3D-printed tongue stents during head and neck radiation
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Lungs & breathing, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This Phase 2 study tests whether customized 3D-printed stents can be used safely during head and neck radiotherapy. If you’re having radiation (with or without chemotherapy), the stent may help make treatment easier and more precise, potentially improving the experience and outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are planned to get 5 to 7 weeks of radiation for head and neck cancer
- You are 18 years or older
- Your general function is good (ECOG 0 to 2—able to do most daily activities)
- You can receive radiation alone or with chemotherapy during the same treatment period
- You can sign the study consent form and follow study visits/instructions
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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