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New treatment option for Localized Head and Neck Carcinoma
Official title Geriatric Assessment and Management for Older Adults Undergoing Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer and Their Family Caregivers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07225855
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial compares the effect of geriatric assessment (GA)-based management of supportive care to usual care in treating older patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy for head and neck cancer and their family caregivers (FCG). At least one quarter of head and neck cancers patients are diagnosed at age 70 or older.
- 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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- PATIENT: Documented written informed consent of the participant
- PATIENT: Diagnosis of non-metastatic head and neck cancer
- PATIENT: Age: ≥ 60 years
- PATIENT: Patient must be scheduled to undergo curative-intent, definitive radiation with or without concurrent chemotherapy or postoperative...
- PATIENT: Patients must have at least one geriatric assessment as assessed by the modified Geriatric 8 (G8) tool
See the full eligibility criteria
- PATIENT: Documented written informed consent of the participant
- PATIENT: Diagnosis of non-metastatic head and neck cancer
- PATIENT: Age: ≥ 60 years
- PATIENT: Patient must be scheduled to undergo curative-intent, definitive radiation with or without concurrent chemotherapy or postoperative radiation with or without concurrent chemotherapy
- PATIENT: Patients must have at least one geriatric assessment as assessed by the modified Geriatric 8 (G8) tool
- PATIENT: Family caregivers (FCGs) are highly encouraged to participate but this is not required. Patients without FCGs will be eligible to participate in the study. FCGs will be assigned by chance to the same arm as...
- PATIENT: Ability to read and understand English
- CAREGIVER: A family member or friend identified by the patient and defined as a person who knows the patient well and is involved in the patient's medical care
- CAREGIVER: Ability to read and understand English
- CAREGIVER: Age 18 years or older
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Duarte, California, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Duarte, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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