Study of Short Course Radiation Therapy for Elderly Patients With Rectal Cancer
Research Question:
Is a short course of radiation therapy effective to treat rectal cancer in older patients?
Basic Study Information
Purpose:
The purpose of this study is to determine if a short course of radiation therapy is
effective to treat rectal cancer in older patients. A shorter course of radiation
treatment may be better tolerated than a longer course or surgery for the treatment
of rectal cancer in the elderly. Inclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of rectal cancer; 70
years or older at time of diagnosis
Location: University of Rochester Medical Center
Study Reference #: UGIC18078
Lead Researcher (Principal Investigator)
Lead Researcher: Alan Katz
Study Contact Information
Study Coordinator: Therese Smudzin
Phone: (585) 275-7848
Email: Therese_Smudzin@urmc.rochester.edu
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