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New treatment option for Head and Neck Cancer
Official title Preservation of Swallowing in Respected Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Examining Radiation Volume Effects (PRESERVE): A Randomized Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03997643
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized treatment study is to formally compare quality of life in patients with at least one pN0 hemi-neck after resection of a squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity treated with a primary radiation therapy versus a secondary targeted radiation therapy approach, to provide a high level of evidence to guide the selection of treatment options.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Willing to provide informed consent
- ECOG performance status 0-2
- Histologically confirmed, resected oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma with at least ipsilateral selective neck disection
- Patient has pathological features that are indications for PORT: positive or close (≤ 3 mm) margin, presence of LVI or PNU, pT3 or pT4 disease...
- Pathologically lympth node negative in at least one dissected hemi-neck with at least 10 nodes recovered in each pN0 hemi-neck
You likely can't join if
- Serious medical comorbidities or other contraindications to radiotherapy
- Prior history of head and neck cancer within 5 years
- Any other active invasive malignancy, except non-melanotic skin cancers
- Prior head and neck radiation at any time
- Prior oncologic head and neck surgery in the oral cavity or neck
- Metastatic disease
See the full eligibility criteria
- Willing to provide informed consent
- ECOG performance status 0-2
- Histologically confirmed, resected oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma with at least ipsilateral selective neck disection
- Patient has pathological features that are indications for PORT: positive or close (≤ 3 mm) margin, presence of LVI or PNU, pT3 or pT4 disease, positive lymph nodes, and PORT is recommended by treating physician
- Pathologically lympth node negative in at least one dissected hemi-neck with at least 10 nodes recovered in each pN0 hemi-neck
- Serious medical comorbidities or other contraindications to radiotherapy
- Prior history of head and neck cancer within 5 years
- Any other active invasive malignancy, except non-melanotic skin cancers
- Prior head and neck radiation at any time
- Prior oncologic head and neck surgery in the oral cavity or neck
- Metastatic disease
- Locoregional disease recurrence identified following surgical resection but prior to the start of radiotherapy
- Inability to attend full course of radio therapy or follow-up visits
- Unable or unwilling to complete QoL questionnaires
- Pregnant or lactating women
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Miami, Florida, United States
- London, Ontario, Canada
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Wilton, County Cork, Ireland
- Galway, County Galway, Ireland
- Rathgar, Dublin, Ireland
- Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Miami, Florida, United States; London, Ontario, Canada; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Wilton, County Cork, Ireland; Galway, County Galway, Ireland; Rathgar, Dublin, Ireland and 2 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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