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Prevention study for Chemotherapy-induced Alopecia
Official title Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Prevention and Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05177289
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) in the prevention and management of chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA). Therefore, we hypothesize that PBMT can reduce the severity of CIA in gynecological and breast cancer patients, increasing the patient's QoL.
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, women only
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with gynecological cancer (endometrium, cervix, ovarian or vulva) or breast cancer
- Receiving chemotherapy ((Carbo)-Taxol)
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Able to comply to the study protocol
- Able to sign written informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Metastatic disease
- Pregnancy
- Active infection of the scalp
- Previous diagnosis of a hair loss condition
- Interruption of chemotherapy for more than two consecutive cycles
- Medication to stimulate hair growth (e.g., Minoxidil)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with gynecological cancer (endometrium, cervix, ovarian or vulva) or breast cancer
- Receiving chemotherapy ((Carbo)-Taxol)
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Able to comply to the study protocol
- Able to sign written informed consent
- Metastatic disease
- Pregnancy
- Active infection of the scalp
- Previous diagnosis of a hair loss condition
- Interruption of chemotherapy for more than two consecutive cycles
- Medication to stimulate hair growth (e.g., Minoxidil)
- Severe psychological disorder or dementia.
- Inability to speak and understand Dutch
- Substance abuse patients or patients with medical, psychological or social conditions that may interfere with the patient's participation in the study or evaluation of the study results as judged by the investigator
- Any condition that is unstable or could affect the safety of the patient and their compliance in the study as judged by the investigator
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hasselt, Limburg, Belgium
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?
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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 female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hasselt, Limburg, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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