Clinical trial for Oral Cancer
Official title Radial Forearm Donor Site Closure
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05740033
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a skin graft from the thigh gives better look and function than a hatchet flap on the forearm.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you had a radial forearm free flap for oral cancer and need the donor site closed.
- What's involved
- You will be picked by chance, like a coin toss, to get either a thin skin graft from your thigh or a hatchet flap on your forearm. Doctors will check how the scar looks and how well it works.
- Time commitment
- You will have follow‑up visits for several months after the surgery to assess healing.
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
- Adults aged 18 or older
- Oral cavity disease (malignant or benign) requiring radial forearm free flap reconstruction
You likely can't join if
- Serious medical comorbidities including metastatic disease or other contraindications to surgery
- Any pre-existing condition affecting the use of both hands, including previous major scars
- Unable or unwilling to complete post-operative questionnaires in English
- Pregnant or lactating women
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Vancouver, British Columbia, 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 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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