Monitoring parotid gland injury during head and neck cancer radiotherapy
Part of Cancer, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study uses special MRI scans to monitor how the parotid gland (a saliva gland near the jaw) is affected by radiation therapy for nasopharyngeal cancer. The goal is to better understand and possibly reduce side effects like dry mouth.
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Who can take part
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (a type of head and neck cancer).
- You need to be scheduled for radiation therapy as part of your standard treatment.
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must be able to have an MRI scan (no metal implants, pacemakers, or severe claustrophobia).
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You cannot have severe kidney or liver disease, and you must not be in another clinical trial at the same time.
Quick eligibility check
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