Eating and quality of life after jaw reconstruction
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study looks at how well people can chew, eat, and speak after having jaw or face reconstruction due to cancer. It aims to understand how these functions affect your daily life and happiness.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an adult who has had cancer of the mouth, throat, or nearby areas.
- You have had surgery that used a special dental or face prosthesis to help you eat and speak better.
- You can understand and agree to take part in the study.
- You are not allergic to any of the foods used in the tests.
- You can speak, read, and write in French.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or receiving tube feeding.
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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