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Precision radiation aims to spare kids from harsh side effects

NCT ID NCT03810651

Symptom relief Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing a precise form of radiation called proton beam therapy for children and young adults with kidney tumors like Wilms tumor. The goal is to see if this approach causes fewer short-term side effects compared to standard radiation. About 28 participants will receive the treatment and be monitored for 90 days.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Proton beam radiation therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could reduce short-term side effects of radiation for children with kidney tumors, making treatment safer.
What could go wrong
This is a very early pilot study with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The therapy may still cause side effects.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Early phase 1

The earliest testing in people: a first look at safety, in a very small group.

Participants

About 28 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Dec 2017

Expected to finish

Oct 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

0 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Less than 30 years of age * Diagnosis a. Any patient with Wilms tumor or clear cell sarcoma of the kidney who would require radiation therapy as standard of care including 1. Any patient with favorable histology (FH), stage III disease 2. Any patient with focal or diffuse anaplasia 3. Any patient with CCSK * The patient is a candidate for external beam radiotherapy based on standard of care for treatment of Wilms tumor or CCSK Exclusion Criteria: * Prior radiotherapy to the region of the study cancer * Chemotherapy administered for diagnosis of Wilms tumor or CCSK * Pregnant or breastfeeding

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

clear cell sarcoma of kidney kidney neoplasm renal cell carcinoma Wilms tumor

As listed by the trial registrant

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Renal tumor Wilms tumor

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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