Using a special PET scan to check cancer removal during head and neck surgery
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special PET scan (micro-PET-CT) taken just after tumor removal can help confirm that no cancer cells are left behind. It is for patients with head and neck cancers who are scheduled for surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a cancerous tumor in the mouth, throat, voice box, sinuses, or salivary glands that can be surgically removed
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Your diabetes is well-controlled
- You have no severe kidney problems
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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