Preventing radiation skin damage in head and neck cancer
Part of Injuries & trauma, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a special lipid that may protect the skin from radiation damage during treatment for head and neck cancer. If it works, it could help prevent or treat the painful skin irritation that often occurs with radiation therapy.
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Who can take part
- You have head or neck cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body.
- You are scheduled to receive high-dose radiation therapy, either as your main treatment or after surgery.
- You can still manage most daily activities on your own (ECOG score 0, 1, or 2).
- The skin where you'll get radiation is healthy (no rash, sores, or open wounds).
- You are not allergic to trolamine (a common skin cream ingredient) or amino acids.
- You have never had radiation therapy to the head or neck before.
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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