Cancer Trials Ireland
Clinical trials sponsored by Cancer Trials Ireland, explained in plain language.
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Breast cancer radiation showdown ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study compared two radiation methods for women with early-stage breast cancer after lumpectomy: 3D conformal radiation therapy (external beams) and multi-catheter brachytherapy (internal radiation). The goal was to see which better kills leftover cancer cells while sparing h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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New combo therapy for tough prostate cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, denosumab and enzalutamide, in men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy and has spread to the bones. The goal was to see if the combination could slow cancer growth better than historical results wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:52 UTC
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New combo tackles tough pancreatic cancer resistance
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether combining two drugs, trametinib and hydroxychloroquine, could help overcome treatment resistance in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had spread. The trial aimed to see how many patients were free of cancer growth after 12 weeks. It included 20…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:52 UTC
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Lung cancer trial aims to safely boost radiation to tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether giving a higher dose of radiation directly to the main tumor, while keeping standard doses to surrounding areas, is safe for people with non-small cell lung cancer. Six participants received targeted radiation plus standard chemotherapy. The goal was to …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 28, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New radiation technique aims to spare bladder and bowel in endometrial cancer patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at 92 women with high-risk endometrial cancer who needed pelvic radiation after surgery. It compared a newer, more precise radiation method (IMRT) with the standard 3D technique to see if it could reduce side effects like bowel and bladder problems. The goal was…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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Which radiation is gentler for rectal cancer?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared two types of radiation therapy given before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal was to see if one method caused fewer stomach and bowel side effects. About 94 people took part, but the study was stopped early.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 28, 2026 13:02 UTC