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Preoperative Single-Fraction Radiotherapy in Early Stage Breast Cancer (NCT02482376)

A Phase II Preoperative Single-Fraction Partial Breast Radiotherapy in Early Stage Breast Cancer: Analysis of Pathologic Response

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Duke University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This protocol seeks to build on the favorable results of the investigators' phase I trial (Pro00015617) by extending the findings to a larger cohort of subjects.In this study, the investigators hypothesize that 21Gy (Gray) as a single fraction can be delivered preoperatively to a larger group of subjects (n100). The primary objective is to determine physician reported rates of good/excellent cosmesis at baseline and 6 months, 1, 2, and 3 years post-treatment as measured by the NRG cosmesis scale

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Duke Cancer Center โ€” Durham, North Carolina

Age range: 50 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Stereotactic body radiotherapy ( SBRT) (RADIATION)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Duke Cancer Center โ€” Durham, North Carolina

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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