Optimum Timing for Surgery After Pre-operative Radiotherapy 6 vs 12 Weeks

Study ID
NCT01037049

Study type
Interventional

Study phase
Phase 2

Study status
Unknown status

Trial Acronym

Trial Summary

The aim of this study is to determine whether greater rectal cancer downstaging and regression occurs when surgery is delayed to 12 weeks after completion of radiotherapy/chemotherapy compared to 6 weeks. Hypothesis: Greater downstaging and tumour regression is observed when surgery is delayed to 12 weeks after completion of CRT compared to 6 weeks.

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Trial Starting Date

Oct 16,2009

Requirements

Gender All
Minimum age 18 Years
Maximum age N/A

Enrollement Limit

237