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Accelerated radiation (HART) for the Treatment of Patients with Lung Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy

Trial Status: active

This phase I trial tests the safety, side effects, best dose and effectiveness of hypofractionated accelerated radiation therapy (HART) in treating patients with lung cancer receiving chemotherapy. Standard treatment for lung cancer includes treatment with radiation therapy at the same time (concurrent) as chemotherapy. Radiation therapy uses high energy x-rays, particles, or radioactive seeds to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. HART delivers higher doses of radiation therapy over a shorter period of time and may kill more tumor cells and have fewer side effects. HART concurrent with chemotherapy may be safe, tolerable and/or effective in treating patients with lung cancer.