Nasal Speech After Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study is for people who have had treatment for head or neck cancer and now have a nasal-sounding voice. It tests a procedure to help improve speech by adding a small amount of filler material to the back of the throat.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and speak English.
- You have been treated for head or neck cancer with surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy.
- A doctor or speech therapist has noticed that your speech sounds too nasal (hypernasality).
- You do not have any other condition (like a cleft palate) that could cause nasal speech.
- Your cancer does not require more frequent or intense monitoring right now.
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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