Oral health and quality of life after head and neck cancer treatment
Part of Digestive system, Injuries & trauma, Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks back at the records of people treated for head and neck cancer to understand how mouth sores (oral mucositis) affected their quality of life. It may help improve care for future patients.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You were diagnosed with head and neck cancer
- You received radiation or chemoradiation (with or without surgery or immunotherapy) between 2019 and 2023
- Your medical records include information about mouth sores during treatment
- You used topical treatments for mouth sores during your treatment
- You do not have another active cancer being treated at the same time
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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