Optimizing Neurocognition With Whole Brain Radiation Therapy (WBRT) Using Upfront Pulsed Reduced Dose-Rate (PRDR) Technique

This study is testing a new way to give whole brain radiation therapy (WBRT) called Pulsed Reduced Dose-Rate (PRDR) technique, along with a medication called memantine, for people with brain metastases (cancer that has spread to the brain). The goal is to see if this approach is safe and can help reduce memory and thinking problems that can sometimes happen after WBRT. You could be eligible if you are at least 18 years old, have brain metastases from a solid tumor, and meet certain health criteria. The main goal is to see if patients can successfully complete the PRDR WBRT treatment.

Study design
This is a Phase II study, meaning it's an early-stage study looking at safety and effectiveness. It's a single-arm study, so all 53 participants will receive the same treatment.
What's involved
You would receive PRDR WBRT within 14 days of joining the study, given in 10 daily sessions. You would also start taking memantine orally, either two days before, one day before, or no later than the fourth WBRT session.
Compensation
Not stated in the trial record.
Follow-up
The primary endpoint for successful completion of PRDR WBRT treatment is measured at 5 days. Other clinical outcomes will also be collected.

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NCT05045950

Optimizing Neurocognition With Whole Brain Radiation Therapy (WBRT) Using Upfront Pulsed Reduced Dose-Rate (PRDR) Technique

Recruiting
PHASE2Ages 18+InterventionalTreatment
Medical College of Wisconsin
~53 participants
Updated 2026-07-29 on ClinicalTrials.gov
What's tested:Memantine -Twice Daily or Extended ReleaseWBRT utilizing the PRDR technique

At a glance

Recruiting sites
2 of 2 listed sites are recruiting right now
RecruitingSuspended, closed, or not yet open
What they're measuring
Successful completion of PRDR WBRT treatment
Measured over 5 days
Brain Metastases
2 sites across 1 states
Wisconsin2
  • Lindsay Puckett, MD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Medical College of Wisconsin
Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office
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  • Successful completion of PRDR WBRT treatment5 days

    The number of subjects successfully completing PRDR WBRT treatment within five days of intended treatment completion.