University Hospital Heidelberg
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Heidelberg, explained in plain language.
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New MRI-Guided radiation aims to hit lung tumors without harming nearby organs
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests a precise radiation technique for lung tumors located very close to the windpipe or food pipe. Using daily MRI scans and real-time adjustments, doctors hope to deliver higher radiation doses safely. Up to 38 adults with ultracentral lung tumors will recei…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 12:08 UTC
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When is the best time to zap brain tumors? new trial tests before, during, or after surgery
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing three different timings for radiotherapy in people with brain metastases who need surgery: before surgery, during surgery, or after surgery. The goal is to see which approach best controls tumor growth and prevents recurrence. About 90 adults with solid tumo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:55 UTC
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5-Session prostate cancer radiation: a game changer?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a very short course of MRI-guided radiation (just 5 sessions) is safe and effective for men with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer. Traditional radiation can take 7-8 weeks, but this approach aims to cut that time dramatically. The trial involves …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could a single dose of radiation during surgery spare breast cancer patients weeks of fatigue?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether giving a single dose of radiation directly to the tumor site during breast-conserving surgery can reduce fatigue compared to the standard 3-6 weeks of whole breast radiation. It includes women aged 50 and older with low-risk, early-stage breast cancer. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:49 UTC
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Brain radiation study for recurrent metastases pulled before it began
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a second round of whole brain radiation, plus supportive care, could help people with brain metastases that came back and couldn't be treated with surgery or focused radiation. It planned to compare this approach to supportive care alone. However, the s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New MRI-Guided radiation shows promise for lung cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early study tests whether using real-time MRI to guide radiation therapy is possible for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this personalized approach can reduce side effects and better control tumors. About 30 adults with stage III lung c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 11:57 UTC