Head and Neck Cancer study: Radiation
Official title Radiotherapy vs. Trans-Oral Surgery for HPV-Negative Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04220749
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether radiation or surgery works better. It looks at how well each treatment helps people with early throat cancer.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have early throat cancer and do not have HPV.
- What's involved
- You would get either radiation or surgery. You would also have regular check-ups to see how you are doing.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts for a set time with regular visits to the clinic.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
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
- Age 18 years or older
- Willing to provide informed consent
- ECOG performance status 0-2
- Histologically confirmed squamous cell carcinoma
- HPV-negative tumor, as determined by: negative p16 status, real time PCR or in-situ hybridization.
You likely can't join if
- Serious medical comorbidities or other contraindications to radiotherapy, chemotherapy or surgery
- Prior history of head and neck cancer within 5 years
- Prior head and neck radiation at any time
- Metastatic disease
- Inability to attend full course of radiotherapy or follow-up visits
- Prior invasive malignant disease unless disease-free for at least 5 years or more, with the exception of non-melanoma skin cancer
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18 years or older
- Willing to provide informed consent
- ECOG performance status 0-2
- Histologically confirmed squamous cell carcinoma
- HPV-negative tumor, as determined by: negative p16 status, real time PCR or in-situ hybridization. Central confirmation is not required prior to randomization. Equivocal/uncertain HPV status will be allowed on trial.
- Primary tumor site in the oropharynx (includes tonsil, soft palate, base of tongue, walls of oropharynx)
- Tumor stage: T1 or T2, with likely negative resection margins at surgery
- Nodal stage: N0-3. Patients with positive nodal disease and extranodal extension on imaging may be included at the surgeon's discretion, if the nodal disease is deemed resectable by the operating surgeon.
- Eligible for curative intent treatment, with likely negative resection margins at surgery. For patients where adequate transoral access is in question, they will first undergo an examination under anesthesia prior to...
- Blood work obtained within 4 weeks prior to randomization, with adequate bone marrow function, hepatic, and renal function, as determined by the investigator.
- Patient assessed by a radiation oncologist and surgeon and presented at multidisciplinary tumor board prior to randomization. If not feasible, case can be discussed with study Principal Investigator.
- Serious medical comorbidities or other contraindications to radiotherapy, chemotherapy or surgery
- Prior history of head and neck cancer within 5 years
- Prior head and neck radiation at any time
- Metastatic disease
- Inability to attend full course of radiotherapy or follow-up visits
- Prior invasive malignant disease unless disease-free for at least 5 years or more, with the exception of non-melanoma skin cancer
- Unable or unwilling to complete QOL questionnaires
- Pregnant or lactating women
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- London, Ontario, Canada
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 all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at London, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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