Simple leg position change may reduce radiation burns in vulvar cancer
NCT ID NCT05014191
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether lying with legs straight or bent (frog-leg) during radiation therapy for vulvar cancer affects skin burns. Twenty women with early-stage vulvar cancer took part. The goal was to see which position causes fewer skin side effects and whether it shortens treatment time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
radiation therapy (VMAT) with positioning change
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a simple change in leg position during radiation reduces skin burns and treatment delays for vulvar cancer patients.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, single-center study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The benefit of positioning may be modest.
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Conditions
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Locations
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King Hussein Cancer Center
Amman, Amman Governorate, 11941, Jordan