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New treatment option for Patients After Thyroid Surgery
Official title Structured Active Follow-up in Postoperative Management of Thyroid
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07589660
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patients after thyroid cancer surgery face multiple challenges, including recurrence monitoring, medication adjustment, complication management (e.g., hypoparathyroidism, vocal cord dysfunction), and long-term psychosocial adaptation. Studies confirm that standardized long-term follow-up can raise 5-year survival rates to over 90% and significantly reduce disability and mortality in patients with thyroid dysfunction.
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 75
You may be able to join if
- Patients aged 18-75 years (including 18 and 75 years)
- Patients who have undergone thyroid surgery (including endoscopic surgery, open surgery, etc.) at this study center
- Patients who are conscious, able to communicate in Chinese, and have the necessary smartphone and internet skills to complete outpatient visits (to...
- Patients who voluntarily agree to participate in the study and are able to sign the informed consent form
You likely can't join if
- Patients with other serious illnesses requiring frequent hospital visits or long-term hospitalization (e.g., advanced malignant tumors, severe heart...
- Patients with anaplastic thyroid cancer or distant metastasis, who have an extremely short life expectancy and cannot complete one year of follow-up
- Patients with cognitive impairment or mental illness who are unable to complete the questionnaires
- Patients who plan to move out of the local area within 2 years after surgery and are unable to complete long-term follow-up
- Patients who are pregnant, lactating, or planning to become pregnant within one year
- Patients currently participating in another clinical study that may interfere with their participation in this study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chengdu, Sichuan, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.