GCCC 2578 Randomized Photon vs Proton RT for Newly Diagnosed Gynecologic Primaries (NCT07415681)
A Phase II, Randomized, Open-Label, Single-Center Study Comparing Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy Versus Volume Modulated Arc Therapy in Patients Receiving Pelvic Nodal Irradiation for Newly Diagnosed Gynecologic Primaries
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of study is to compare the side effects of two different forms of radiation for endometrial and cervical cancer. If you decide to enroll in this study, you will be randomized to one of two treatment groups. This study will compare two standard of care treatments: "Conventional" pHoton radiation versus pRoton radiation.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Maryland Proton Treatment Center — Baltimore, Maryland
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Volume Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) (RADIATION)
- Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy (IMPT) (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
- Upper Chesapeake Health — Bel Air, Maryland
- Central Maryland Radiation Oncology — Columbia, Maryland
- Baltimore Washington Medical Center- Tate Cancer Center — Glen Burnie, Maryland
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (410) 328-6080
Email: enichols1@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.
More studies in Gynaecologic Cancer
- Improving Sexual Health in Gynecological Cancer Patients — Los Angeles, California
Explore by condition: All Gynaecologic Cancer clinical trials
💡 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.