PET-guided Radiation for Head and Neck Cancer
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This trial tests a new way to give radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. By using a special PET scan to guide where higher radiation doses are given, doctors hope to improve treatment while reducing side effects. It is for people whose cancer is not early-stage and who will receive standard radiation therapy.
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Who can take part
- You have a specific type of head and neck cancer (such as sinus, mouth, throat, or voice box cancer that is not early-stage)
- You are already scheduled to receive standard radiation therapy (possibly together with chemotherapy or other drugs)
- You are 18 years or older
- You are in reasonably good health (able to care for yourself, up and about more than half the day)
- You do not have diabetes
- You are not taking blood thinner medication
- You do not currently smoke heavily or have alcohol problems
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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