Brain scans reveal hidden effects of childhood cancer treatment
NCT ID NCT03208387
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how surviving a pediatric brain tumor affects thinking and behavior. Researchers will use brain scans to examine brain structure in children who have completed treatment. The goal is to better understand the long-term cognitive challenges these survivors may face.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify brain changes linked to cognitive problems in pediatric brain tumor survivors, guiding future support strategies.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 42 participants, focused on feasibility. It may not produce definitive results or directly lead to treatments.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Columbia University
New York, New York, 10032, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York, 10065, United States
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Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, Washington, 98105, United States
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75235, United States