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New treatment option for Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Official title Virtual Reality 3D-Surgery Modeling to Enhance Head and Neck Cancer Surgery Quality
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05031910
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial studies the use of virtual reality technology and three dimensional surgery (3D-surgery) modeling to enhance current treatments in head and neck cancer surgery. Virtual reality 3D-surgery modeling may improve quality of surgical planning and interdisciplinary communication between surgeons and pathologists during the treatment of head and neck squamous cell cancer and ultimately increase the accuracy of planning, the quality of communication, and maximize the outcome patients with head and neck cancer experience throughout treatment.
- Time commitment: about 36 months
- 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
- Diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck (oral cavity, oropharynx, larynx, hypopharynx, T1-T4)
- Receiving treatment at Thomas Jefferson University - Center City by a fellowship-trained HNC surgeon
- Eligible for definitive resection
- Age \> 18
- Provide signed written informed consent document
You likely can't join if
- Impaired judgement or those unable to provide informed consent
- Any factor that would place the patient at increased risk or preclude the individual's full compliance with or completion of the study
- Nasopharyngeal carcinoma
- Contraindications for surgery
- Enrollment in other clinical trial
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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 study runs about 36 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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