Thymus-sparing technique for thyroid cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a surgical technique that preserves the thymus during thyroid cancer removal can protect the parathyroid glands, which help control calcium levels. The goal is to reduce complications while still removing the cancer completely.
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Who can take part
- You have thyroid cancer and are scheduled for a total thyroidectomy with removal of lymph nodes on both sides of the neck.
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You are generally healthy, with a performance status of 0 or 1 (able to carry out daily activities).
- Your blood counts, kidney, liver, and thyroid function are within acceptable ranges.
- You do not have advanced cancer that cannot be removed or has spread to other parts of the body.
- You do not have active infections, autoimmune diseases, or conditions requiring steroids.
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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