LITT Followed by Hypofractionated RT for Newly Diagnosed Gliomas (GCC 20138) (NCT04699773)
Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy Followed By Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy For Treatment Of Newly Diagnosed High-Grade Gliomas
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the treatment regimen of using Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) and Hypo-fractionated Radiation Therapy to treat patients with newly diagnosed gliomas.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Maryland Proton Treatment Center — Baltimore, Maryland
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- LITT (PROCEDURE)
- Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy (RADIATION)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (5 Sites)
- Maryland Proton Treatment Center — Baltimore, Maryland
- University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center — Baltimore, Maryland
- UCH Kaufman Cancer Center — Bel Air, Maryland
- Central Maryland Radiation Oncology — Columbia, Maryland
- Baltimore Washington Medical Center — Glen Burnie, Maryland
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (410) 328-6080
Email: mmishra@umm.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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 § 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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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.