Non-invasive imaging for head and neck tumors
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial is testing a new, non-invasive imaging technique called MSOT to look at head and neck tumors. It compares images from people with tumors to healthy volunteers, aiming to improve how doctors evaluate tissue before surgery.
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Who can take part
- You either have a confirmed head or neck tumor, or you are a healthy adult.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You must not have tattoos on the areas that will be scanned: upper back, forearm, upper leg, or lower leg.
- If you are a healthy volunteer, you should not have a long-term alcohol or nicotine problem.
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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