Nano-X Image Guidance: CBCT With Gravity-induced Motion

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY · Jul 23, 2020

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring a new way to use imaging technology to help guide radiation therapy for cancer patients. The study focuses on using a special imaging system called cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), which creates detailed pictures of the inside of the body. Instead of moving the imaging equipment, the trial will rotate the patient gently to capture these images. This is an early-stage trial, meaning it's still in the testing phase to see if this method works well and is safe for patients.

To participate in this trial, you need to be a cancer patient aged 60 or older who is receiving radiation therapy for tumors in specific areas like the head, neck, chest, abdomen, or pelvis. You'll also need to be able to communicate clearly in English and provide consent to take part in the study. If you join, you can expect a non-invasive experience where you’ll be guided through the imaging process, and your comfort will be prioritized. It’s important to know that this trial is not yet recruiting participants, so if you're interested, you'll need to wait until they start looking for volunteers.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• 1. Cancer patients that are receiving radiation therapy that are able to be imaged with the Nano-X PRS with one of the following tumour sites:
• • 1. in the head/neck region
• • 2. in the chest/abdomen/pelvic region with fast CBCT used for standard of care image guidance and is aged 60 years or older
• • 3. in the chest/abdomen/pelvic region not receiving CBCT for standard of care image guidance and is aged 70 years or older
• • 4. diagnosis of lung cancer with stage II-IV
• • 2. ≥18 years of age
• • 3. ECOG Performance Status 0-2
• 4. Must be able to communicate fluently in English to:
• • i. Receive instructions from operators of the PRS for safety entering and leaving the Patient Rotation System and required conduct during the during the rotation session, and ii. Communicate their level of comfort or distress to operators of the equipment.
• • 5. Signed, written informed consent or approved alternative, non-contact method for informed consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Pregnant women
• • 2. Patients for whom attaining informed consent would not be possible, including mentally impairment
• • 3. Patients with severe vertigo or recent a diagnosis of Benign Paroxysmal Positioning Vertigo.