Thomas Jefferson University

This phase 2 trial tested whether MRI-guided radiation therapy, given in fewer but higher doses, could safely treat high-risk prostate cancer while reducing side effects. The study enrolled 6 men with localized, high-risk prostate cancer who also received standard hormone therapy…

This early-stage trial studied combining hyperthermia (heat therapy) with the drug olaparib for breast cancer that came back on the chest wall. Only 3 people took part before the study was stopped. The main goal was to check safety and find the best dose of olaparib when used wit…

This study tested a text-message-based diet program called Txt4fasting for people with breast or lung cancer that spread to the brain. The goal was to see if eating only during certain hours could reduce thinking and memory problems after radiation. Only 1 person enrolled before …

This study aimed to see if a culturally tailored educational video could help people from African American, Korean, and Chinese communities learn more about lung cancer and screening. Researchers held focus groups with 11 adults who had a history of smoking, lung cancer, or scree…

This study looked at whether using ultrasound guidance when placing a hormonal IUD right after a vaginal delivery helps lower the chance the IUD will fall out. About 100 women who wanted an IUD for birth control after giving birth took part. Half had the IUD placed with ultrasoun…