Endoscopic surgery for sinonasal tumors in hard-to-reach spots
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether doctors can safely remove tumors in the sinuses and nasal passages using minimally invasive endoscopic surgery (a thin camera and instruments passed through the nose) rather than open surgery. If your tumor is in a difficult location, this approach might mean less pain and faster recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a tumor in your sinuses, nasal passages, or nasopharynx (the space behind your nose)
- Your tumor can be reached and removed safely using endoscopic surgery (not so large or deep that open surgery is absolutely necessary)
- You are healthy enough to undergo general anesthesia (you'll be put to sleep for the procedure)
- Your tumor does not extend into the eye socket in a way that would require removing the entire eye
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial studies using a minimally invasive camera-assisted surgery to remove soft tissue sarcoma in the nose and nearby sinuses. It may help by aiming to fully remove the tumor safely while considering how well patients’ bodies can handle surgery.
This trial compares different ways of using a thin, lighted scope (endoscope) to reach and treat growths in the sphenoid sinus, a deep air pocket behind your nose. It may help if you have a sinus or nasal growth that needs surgical removal.
This trial compares two treatments for stage I nasopharyngeal cancer (a type of nasal cancer). It tests whether a minimally invasive surgery (endoscopic surgery) is as good as or better than radiation therapy. It may be an option for people whose cancer is small and hasn't spread to lymph nodes.
This trial tests whether a minimally invasive surgery done through the nose can help people newly diagnosed with early-stage nasopharyngeal cancer. It looks for patients who have not had prior cancer treatment and who are healthy enough for the procedure and follow-up.
This study looks at the results of removing skull base lesions using a minimally invasive technique through the nose. It aims to see how safe and effective this approach is for treating tumors at the base of the skull.
This study looks at how doctors manage tumors that start in the nose/sinuses and spread to the skull base. It may help improve planning of care for people with this specific type and location of tumor.
Hear when a new Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinus Cancer trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.