๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-07-24

Comparing SingLe- Vs Multi-Fraction Spine STereotActic Radiosurgery in Spinal Metastases (NCT06173401)

A Randomized Phase III TriaL Comparing SingLe- Versus Multi-Fraction Spine STereotActic Radiosurgery for Patients With Spinal Metastases (ALL-STAR)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase3 ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Stanford University

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

The goal of this study is to determine whether fractionated Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) for spine metastases is associated with improved local tumor control compared to single-fraction SRS. Patients will be randomized to treatment with spine SRS using either 22 Gy in 1 fraction or 28 Gy in 2 fractions.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Stanford University School of Medicine โ€” Palo Alto, California

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Single-fraction spine SRS (RADIATION)
  • Multi-fraction spine SRS (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)

  • Stanford University School of Medicine โ€” Palo Alto, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (650) 724-4606

Email: kelhuang@stanford.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  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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