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Hyaluronic Acid-based Gel Spacers in Gynecologic Malignancies

RecruitingPhase 1Ages 18 Years - anyFemaleUNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This pilot feasibility study evaluates the use of a hyaluronic acid-based spacing gel (Barrigel) in participants with cervical cancer undergoing chemoradiotherapy (chemoRT), including brachytherapy, as part of standard care. The primary goal is to assess feasibility. Other goals include determining whether gel placement can reduce radiation dose to nearby healthy organs (organs at risk, OAR) and improve delivery of the prescribed radiation dose to the tumor. In cervical cancer, the radiation dose to the tumor is often limited by the risk of exposing nearby sensitive organs, such as the rectum, bladder, and other pelvic structures. Vaginal packing techniques and specialized devices are used to protect these organs and ensure effective treatment. Gel spacers are inserted before radiation therapy to create space between the rectum and the cervix, reducing radiation exposure to healthy tis

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Written informed consent obtained to participate in the study and HIPAA authorization for release of personal health information. * Subject is willing and able to comply with study procedures based on the judgment of the investigator. * Age โ‰ฅ 18 years at time of consent. * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status of 0-2 or Karnofsky Performance Scale score of 50-100. * Histological or cytological evidence of cervical cancer. Only patients with cervical cancer who are planned for chemoradiotherapy with brachytherapy, except for individuals with known rectal invasion. Exclusion Criteria: * Active infection requiring systemic therapy. * Pregnant or breastfeeding (NOTE: breast milk cannot be stored for future use while the mother is being treated in the study). * Known allergy to hyaluronic acid-based products. * Known inflammatory bowel disease, such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
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What it tests

  • Barrigel gel spacer
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Where

1 site
Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center at University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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