๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-04

D20054;LITT for Spine Tumors (NCT06548061)

Single Center Observational Study Using Spinal Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (sLITT) in the Treatment of Spine Metastases and Tumors

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

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

The objective of this clinical study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of spinal laser interstitial therapy in the treatment of metastatic spinal tumors. The investigators hypothesize that rates of local tumor control are comparable between conventional open surgical techniques and spinal laser interstitial therapy.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Dartmouth Health โ€” Lebanon, New Hampshire

Age range: 19 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

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)

  • Dartmouth Health โ€” Lebanon, New Hampshire

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (603) 650-6380

Email: lauren.j.sinks@hitchcock.org

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.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—