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Updated June 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 1INTERVENTIONAL

Hypofractionation (Radiation) Trial for Multiple Myeloma

An i3+3 Phase I Hypofractionation Trial for Multiple Myeloma

Hypofractionation (Radiation) Trial for Multiple Myeloma (NCT06270888) is a Phase 1 interventional studying Multiple Myeloma, sponsored by University of Chicago. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

This study if for people who have been diagnosed with multiple myeloma and their doctors are recommending radiation to help treat it. Typically, radiation consists of 2-3 weeks of external beam radiation therapy. Doctors leading this study would like to see if a shorter radiation course (i.e., hypofractionation) for pelvic radiation is safe for multiple myeloma. Because participants in this study will receive a shortened radiation course, each daily treatment dose that is delivered would be slightly higher than normal. This higher daily dose would be delivered because the study team would like to see if higher doses of radiation are as safe given over a shorter number of days compared to 2-3 weeks. The purpose of this study is to make sure that hypofractionation is safe and effective for individuals with multiple myeloma.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 1 trials test a new treatment for the first time in humans, focusing on safety, dosing, and how the body processes the drug. For Multiple Myeloma, a Phase 1 study typically enrolls a small number of participants — often healthy volunteers or patients who have exhausted standard treatment options. Phase 1 results determine whether a treatment moves into larger Phase 2 efficacy studies.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

With a target enrollment of 30 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: \- For entry into the study, the following criteria must be met prior to dosing on Day 1. No exceptions will be granted. Eligibility criteria for this study have been carefully considered to ensure the safety of the study participants and that the results of the study can be used. It is imperative that participants fully meet all eligibility criteria. 1. Signed Written willing to sign a consent form - Participants must be able to give self-consent and then sign and date an Institutional Review Board (IRB)/Independent Ethics Committee (IEC)-approved written willing to sign a consent form in accordance with local regulatory and institutional guidelines. This consent must be obtained before the performance of any protocol-related procedures that are not considered part of normal participant care. - Participants must be willing and able to comply with scheduled visits, treatment schedule, laboratory testing, and other requirements of the study. 2. Type of Participant and Disease Characteristics 1. General Who May Qualify: - Men or women ≥ 18 years of age. - Have clinically confirmed relapsed/refractory Multiple Myeloma with up to 5 osseous lesions that can be treated with radiation therapy (SINS score ≤ 13 or Mirels' score ≤ 9) iii) Have undergone appropriate standard of care treatment options (in the opinion of the treating investigator). iv) Participants must have measurable disease as defined by RECIST Version 1.1, including at least one tumor lesion that meets criteria for radiation. 1. . 0.25 cc to 65 cc of viable tumor approximately 5 cm in maximal dimension. Tumors larger than 65 cc can be partially treated but the whole tumor should receive at least the minimal prescribed dose confirmed by the study team. ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: \- For entry into the study, the following criteria must be met prior to dosing on Day 1. No exceptions will be granted. Eligibility criteria for this study have been carefully considered to ensure the safety of the study participants and that the results of the study can be used. It is imperative that participants fully meet all eligibility criteria. 1. Signed Written Informed Consent * Participants must be able to give self-consent and then sign and date an Institutional Review Board (IRB)/Independent Ethics Committee (IEC)-approved written informed consent in accordance with local regulatory and institutional guidelines. This consent must be obtained before the performance of any protocol-related procedures that are not considered part of normal participant care. * Participants must be willing and able to comply with scheduled visits, treatment schedule, laboratory testing, and other requirements of the study. 2. Type of Participant and Disease Characteristics 1. General inclusion criteria: * Men or women ≥ 18 years of age. * Have clinically confirmed relapsed/refractory Multiple Myeloma with up to 5 osseous lesions that can be treated with radiation therapy (SINS score ≤ 13 or Mirels' score ≤ 9) iii) Have undergone appropriate standard of care treatment options (in the opinion of the treating investigator). iv) Participants must have measurable disease as defined by RECIST Version 1.1, including at least one tumor lesion that meets criteria for radiation. 1. . 0.25 cc to 65 cc of viable tumor approximately 5 cm in maximal dimension. Tumors larger than 65 cc can be partially treated but the whole tumor should receive at least the minimal prescribed dose confirmed by the study team. v) Participants must have an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status that is greater than or equal to 2 vi) Adequate organ function, as defined by lab values that will be confirmed by the study doctor. 3. Age and Reproductive Status * Participants must be males and females ≥ 18 years of age at the time of informed consent. * Participants who are women of childbearing potential (WOCBP) must have a negative serum or urine pregnancy test within 72 hours prior to the start of study. c) Participants who are women must not be breastfeeding. d) Participants who are women of childbearing potential must agree to follow instructions for method(s) of contraception for the duration of treatment with study drug(s) and up to 5 months post last dose of study drug(s). e) Participants who are women of childbearing potential who are continuously not heterosexually active are exempted from contraceptive requirements but still must undergo pregnancy testing as described in this section. f) Participants who are males and who are sexually active with women of childbearing potential must agree to follow instructions for method(s) of contraception for the duration of treatment with study drug(s) and up to 7 months post last dose of study drug(s). In addition, male participants must be willing to refrain from sperm donation during this time. g) Participants who are azoospermic males are exempt from contraceptive requirements. Investigators shall counsel women of childbearing potential , and male participants who are sexually active with women of childbearing potential , on the importance of pregnancy prevention and the implications of an unexpected pregnancy. Investigators shall advise on the use of highly effective methods of contraception, which have a failure rate of \< 1% when used consistently and correctly. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Target Population • Participants must not have SINS (spinal instability neoplastic score) less than 13 or Mirels' score less than 9 prior to starting radiation treatment • Participants must not receive any concurrent anti-myeloma or systemic therapy of any form. • Participants who have not recovered (i.e. greater than grade 1 or at baseline) from adverse events due to a previously administered agent will be excluded. Participants may receive concurrent steroids. i) Note: subjects with greater than grade 2 neuropathy are an exception to this criterion and may qualify for the study. ii) Note: if subject received major surgery, they must have recovered adequately from the toxicity and/or complications from the intervention prior to starting therapy. iii) Note: subjects with any grade alopecia are an exception to this criterion and may qualify for the study • Participants must not have had prior radiation therapy (defined as less than 10 percent of prior prescription dose) to the area planning to be treated with radiation. • Participants who have had prior cytotoxic chemotherapy must not receive that therapy within 2 weeks of the initiation of radiation • Participants who have had prior anti-cancer monoclonal antibody (mAb) or other small molecules must not receive that therapy within 7 days of the initiation of radiation • Participants must not have a known additional malignancy that could confuse analysis of on-study treatment. Inclusion of all study participants with more than one malignancy must be discussed and approved by the PI. * Participants must not have a known history of non-infectious pneumonitis that required steroids for treatment. * Participants must not have evidence of interstitial lung disease. * Participants must not have a current seizure disorder. * Participants must not have a history or current evidence of any condition, therapy or laboratory abnormality that might confound the results of the trial, interfere with the subject's participation for the full duration of the trial, or is not in the best interest of the subject to participate, in the opinion of the treating investigator. * Has known psychiatric or substance abuse disorders that would interfere with cooperation with the requirements of the trial. * Is pregnant or breastfeeding, or expecting to conceive or father children within the projected duration of the trial, starting with the screening visit through 120 days after the last dose of trial treatment. * If known active Hepatitis B (e.g., HBsAg reactive) or Hepatitis C is detected then patient is not eligible for treatment of liver lesions * Participants must not have had uncontrolled or significant cardiovascular disease including, but not limited to, any of the following: * Myocardial infarction or stroke/transient ischemic attack within the past 6 months * Uncontrolled angina within the past 3 months * Any history of clinically significant arrhythmias (such as ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, or torsades de pointes) * History of other clinically significant heart disease (e.g. cardiomyopathy, congestive heart failure with New York Heart Association functional classification III to IV, pericarditis, significant pericardial effusion, or myocarditis) * Cardiovascular disease-related requirement for daily supplemental oxygen therapy. * Participants may not concomitantly use statins while on study. However, a patient using statins for over 3 months prior to study drug administration and in stable status without creatine kinase (CK) rise may be permitted to enroll. * Participants may not have current or history of clinically significant muscle disorders (e.g. myositis), recent unresolved muscle injury, or any condition known to elevate serum creatine kinase (CK) levels. * Participants must not be prisoners or be involuntarily incarcerated. * Participants must not be compulsorily detained for treatment of either a psychiatric or physical (e.g., infectious disease) illness. Eligibility criteria for this study have been carefully considered to ensure the safety of the study participants and that the results of the study can be used. It is imperative that participants fully meet all eligibility criteria.

Treatments Being Tested

RADIATION

Radiation

Radiation given for cancer treatment. Radiation is usually an outpatient procedure completed over the course of 1-6 weeks. High-energy radiation will be delivered to a focused area of the body using a treatment machine called a linear accelerator. Unlike surgery, there are no invasive procedures other than inserting an IV during the radiation planning session. Radiation uses a mold that is customized to fit your body. This mold will be made in the radiation planning session and be used during treatment to keep you from moving. The mold is necessary for very accurate targeting of your tumor. During the procedure, the radiation therapy team will also confirm the exact location that needs to be treated using x-rays.

Locations (1)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

The University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center
Chicago, Illinois, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06270888), the sponsor (University of Chicago), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT06270888 clinical trial studying?

This study if for people who have been diagnosed with multiple myeloma and their doctors are recommending radiation to help treat it. Typically, radiation consists of 2-3 weeks of external beam radiation therapy. Doctors leading this study would like to see if a shorter radiation course (i.e., hypofractionation) for pelvic radiation is safe for multiple myeloma. Because participants in this study will receive a shortened radiation course, each daily treatment dose that is delivered would be slightly higher than normal. This higher daily dose would be delivered because the study team would like… The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT06270888?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT06270888?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT06270888. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06270888. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-06-07 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.