Probiotics in Radiation-treated Gynecologic Cancer
Not Applicable
Terminated
- Conditions
- Gynecologic CancerGastrointestinal Toxicity
- Registration Number
- NCT02351089
- Lead Sponsor
- Probi AB
- Brief Summary
The aim of the current Project is to study the efficacy of a probiotic Product in reducing the symptoms of gastrointestinal toxicity linked to the irradiation of gynecologic cancer.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- TERMINATED
- Sex
- Female
- Target Recruitment
- 97
Inclusion Criteria
- Women diagnosed with cancer in the small pelvis and waiting to receive radiotherapy either as a primary or as a secondary treatment following surgery. Chemotherapy may or may not be part of the treatment regimen.
- Age, older than 18 years old.
- Agreement for participation in the study by signed written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria
- Previously treated with irradiation of the pelvic area.
- Reluctance to refrain from using other probiotic products during the participation in the study.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Change in incidence of loose/watery stools Baseline and 10 weeks later
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Related Research Topics
Explore scientific publications, clinical data analysis, treatment approaches, and expert-compiled information related to the mechanisms and outcomes of this trial. Click any topic for comprehensive research insights.
What molecular mechanisms underlie probiotic efficacy in mitigating gastrointestinal toxicity from gynecologic cancer radiation?
How does probiotic intervention compare to standard-of-care treatments for managing radiation-induced gastrointestinal symptoms in gynecologic cancer patients?
Which biomarkers are associated with response to probiotic therapy in radiation-treated gynecologic cancer patients?
What adverse events are reported with probiotic use in gynecologic cancer radiation therapy and how are they managed?
Are there combination approaches or competitor drugs to probiotics for treating gastrointestinal toxicity in gynecologic cancer patients?
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Dept of Oncology
🇸🇪Lund, Sweden
Dept of Oncology🇸🇪Lund, Sweden