Proton Radiation Therapy Registry

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are establishing a registry at the Johns Hopkins Proton Therapy Center to collect detailed 3D radiation dose information, baseline clinical data, and outcomes related to disease, side effects, and quality of life. The purpose is to include all patients treated with proton radiation therapy to better understand which patients benefit most from this advanced treatment. Proton therapy offers dosimetric advantages over standard photon radiation but is more costly, and its clinical benefits need long-term study. The registry focuses on cancer patients receiving proton radiation therapy. It records comprehensive treatment data and tracks patient outcomes over time. By gathering this extensive information from every treated patient, the registry aims to accelerate learning about proton therapy's effectiveness and safety across different patient groups. Participants are monitored through this observational registry for up to 15 years, with data collected on treatment details and health outcomes. Researchers evaluate disease progress, treatment-related toxicity, and quality of life measures. This long-term follow-up helps build knowledge about proton therapy's clinical impact while ensuring ongoing data collection for future comparisons and research.

Proton Radiation Therapy Registry