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Compares treatment options for Oral Cavity Cancer
Official title Gross Examinations Versus Frozen Section for Assessment of Surgical Margins in Oral Cancers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04809324
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Surgical margin is a significant prognostic factor in oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma (OCSCC)[1,2,3]. Intra-operative frozen section (FS) has been routinely used by the surgeons to achieve adequate surgical margins.
- 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 to 100
You may be able to join if
- Biopsy proven treatment naïve cases of OCSCC who are planned for curative surgery with en-bloc removal of the tumor with adequate margin
- In detail assessment of the primary tumor is possible pre-operatively
- Written informed consent
- Age more than 18 years
You likely can't join if
- Multifocal disease
- Clinically evident field cancerization
- Previous treatment for oral cavity cancer - Surgery /chemo or radiotherapy -
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Navi Mumbai, Raigad, India
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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 to 100 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Mumbai, Maharashtra, India; Navi Mumbai, Raigad, India; Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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