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Proton Therapy for Chordomas and/or Chondrosarcomas

Completed
Conditions
Chondrosarcomas
Chordomas
Registration Number
NCT00797602
Lead Sponsor
University of Florida
Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to collect information from medical records to see what effects proton beam radiation has on cancer and analyze possible side effects.

Detailed Description

Data collection will be obtained from the patient's medical records including initial evaluation, pathology report, dosimetry information, radiotherapy completion records and follow-up.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
189
Inclusion Criteria
  • Histologically proven chordoma or chondrosarcoma.
  • Sites: base of skull and/or spine.
  • Age 18 years or older.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Previous radiation to the head and neck or brain.
  • Evidence of metastatic disease.

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Collect and analyze outcome data on tumor control.When each patient has been followed for a minimum of 12 month and then again after 24 months to a maximum of 10 years.
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Collect and analyze data on normal tissue morbidity.When each patient has been followed for a minimum of 12 months and then again after 24 months to a maximum of 10 years.

Specifically analyzing pituitary, visual and hearing function.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute

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Jacksonville, Florida, United States

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