Proton Therapy for Chordomas and/or Chondrosarcomas

University of Florida189 enrolled

Overview

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.

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

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

189

Conditions

Chordomas Chondrosarcomas

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 Years

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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.

Locations (1)

University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Collect and analyze outcome data on tumor control.

Time frame: 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 Outcomes

Collect and analyze data on normal tissue morbidity.

Specifically analyzing pituitary, visual and hearing function.

Time frame: When each patient has been followed for a minimum of 12 months and then again after 24 months to a maximum of 10 years.

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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