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Compares treatment options for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC)
Official title Study Comparing Different Neck Treatment Approaches in Patients With Oral Cancer Without Visible Neck Spread
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07726199
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether selective neck dissection involving lymph node levels I-III is as effective as selective neck dissection involving levels I-IV in treating adults with clinically node-negative (cN0) oral squamous cell carcinoma undergoing curative surgery. It will also evaluate whether extending the neck dissection to level IV affects cancer control, surgical complications, shoulder function, and quality of life.
- 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 21 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Patients aged over 21 years will be included.
- Histologically proven squamous cell carcinoma of oral cavity will be included
- Clinical stage T1-T4, N0, M0
- cN0 neck on clinical examination and imaging (CT/MRI)
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status I or II
You likely can't join if
- Recurrent cases
- FNAC proven Positive cervical nodes
- Patients with history of head and neck radiation therapy treatment
- Previous neck surgery or radiotherapy
- Previous history of any cancer
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients aged over 21 years will be included.
- Histologically proven squamous cell carcinoma of oral cavity will be included
- Clinical stage T1-T4, N0, M0
- cN0 neck on clinical examination and imaging (CT/MRI)
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status I or II
- Understands the protocol
- and can give informed consent.
- Recurrent cases
- FNAC proven Positive cervical nodes
- Patients with history of head and neck radiation therapy treatment
- Previous neck surgery or radiotherapy
- Previous history of any cancer
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kolhāpur, Maharashtra, 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, 21 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kolhāpur, Maharashtra, India. 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.