Comparing radiation masks for anxious head and neck cancer patients
Part of Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two different types of masks used during radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. It aims to find which mask causes less anxiety and claustrophobia for patients, helping make treatment more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of head and neck cancer.
- You must be planning to receive radiation therapy as your main treatment.
- You should have some anxiety or claustrophobia related to the radiation mask. The study will use questionnaires to check this.
- You need to be generally healthy (able to care for yourself and be up and about) and willing to follow the study plan.
Quick eligibility check
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