Using two dyes to find hidden lymph nodes in head or neck cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests two dyes (blue and green) to find hidden lymph nodes during surgery for head or neck cancer. It aims to see if these dyes can better identify which lymph nodes to remove, potentially reducing side effects.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You have a type of skin or mouth cancer called squamous cell carcinoma that can be removed with surgery.
- The cancer has spread to one or two lymph nodes in the neck (but not more).
- You have not had previous treatment for head or neck cancer (except chemotherapy or radiation given before surgery).
- You are not allergic to blue dye, indocyanine green (a green dye), or iodine, and you do not have thyroid problems or severe kidney disease.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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