Preventing lymphedema with vein reconstruction in head and neck cancer
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a surgical technique to rebuild neck veins during lymph node removal. It aims to prevent lymphedema (swelling) in head and neck cancer patients who need radiation after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are planning to have surgery to remove lymph nodes in your neck (at least 3 levels, including level 1B).
- You will receive radiation therapy (with or without chemo) after your surgery.
- You are able to walk and take care of yourself (ECOG score 0 or 1).
- You have no known allergies to indocyanine green (a dye) or shellfish.
- You have not had previous head and neck cancer surgery, radiation, or chemo.
- 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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