Proton Radiation Therapy for Pituitary Adenoma

University of Florida16 enrolled

Overview

The purpose of this study is to collect information from medical records to see what effects proton beam radiation has on pituitary tumors 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

Conditions

Pituitary Adenoma

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 100 Years

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Inclusion Criteria: * Histologically proven pituitary adenoma. * Age 18 years or older. * Status post biopsy, gross total resection (from initial surgery for recurrent disease) or subtotal resection. * Good to moderate neurological function status Exclusion Criteria: \*Previous radiation that would compromise the ability to deliver the prescribed treatment.

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 or 12 months and then again after 24 months to a maximum of 10 years.

Secondary Outcomes

Collect and analyze outcome data on normal tissue morbidity.

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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