Endoscopic surgery for skull base tumors
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Cancer clinical trials.
This study looks at how well a type of keyhole surgery through the nose works for removing tumors at the base of the skull. It aims to see how much of the tumor can be removed and how patients recover.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You have a tumor at the base of the skull confirmed by MRI or CT scan.
- The tumor can be removed through the nose using an endoscope (a thin tube with a camera).
- You have had a full check-up before surgery, including eye tests if needed.
- You will have an MRI within 3 months after surgery and be followed for at least 3 months.
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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