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ASTRO 2022 | Latest advancements in FLASH radiotherapy research

Emily Daugherty, MD, University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, introduces the FAST-02 trial (NCT05524064), the next step for FLASH radiotherapy research. The FAST-02 trial has been approved to commence and will investigate the use of FLASH radiotherapy to treat thoracic bone metastases, including in the clavicle, scapula, sternum, and ribs. This interview took place at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) 2022 Congress in San Antonio, Tx.

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I have received honoraria from Varian Medical Systems in the past, and they were the sponsor for this study. I’d also like to mention on paper as well that the FLASH-enabled ProBeam system is under an IDE from FDA.