Active clinical trials for "Head and Neck Neoplasms"

A study for head and neck cancer patients to evaluate the feasibility of combining salivary gland transfer surgical procedure and IMRT helical tomotherapy to reduce dryness of mouth.

According to data in the literature, patients with head and neck cancer, who undergo combined treatment of radio-chemotherapy, have, to a greater or lesser extent, swallowing changes. Most of the time, these patients undergo traditional speech-language interventions, performed weekly. This project proposes a brief and intensive therapy program for dysphagia, with daily interventions, showing that this therapeutic modality generates benefits in a shorter time interval when compared to traditional therapy. This short service period contributes to the reduction of hospital costs and reduces the total number of interventions, which is beneficial for both the patient and the service that performs the care. The present study was to verify the efficacy of a brief and intensive therapy program for dysphagia in patients with head and neck cancer submitted to radio-chemotherapy treatments, since they present, to a greater or lesser extent, changes of swallowing. This is a randomized clinical trial pilot project that will be developed in an oncology hospital. The population of this study is composed of patients diagnosed with head and neck cancer, over 18 years of age, with indication of combined radiotherapy , referred for speech therapy through the Multidisciplinary Oncology Outpatient Clinic of Santa Rita Hospital (AMOHR).

Head and neck cancer corresponds to tumors located in the upper aerodigestive tract, such as the oral cavity, pharynx and larynx. The most effective treatment consists of high dose of cisplatin chemotherapy and radiotherapy, however, their use is limited due to toxicities caused mainly by oxidative stress. The objective of this study will be evaluate the use of n-acetylcysteine attenuating cisplatin-induced toxicities by oxidative stress in head and neck cancer patients. This is a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial with consecutive sampling that will be conducted at Oncology Department of Clinic Hospital / University of Campinas (UNICAMP). Head and neck cancer patients who will begin cisplatin antineoplastic treatment (80-100mg/m2 on days 1, 22 and 43) and concurrent radiotherapy will be included in this research. They will be studied in 2 groups (n-acetylcysteine and placebo). All patients will be evaluated in relation to cisplatin induced hematologic and gastrointestinal disorders, nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, and hepatotoxicity; plasmatic and cellular oxidative stress; quality of life; and pharmacoeconomic evaluation. Results will be statistically analysed using Chi-square, Fisher, Mann-Whitney, and ANOVA for repeated measures tests (p<0.05.)

To study the effect of Ganoderma Spores Powder Capsules on the life quality and immunity status of the patients with head-and-neck cancer after complete treatment (including surgery and / or radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy)

Primary Objective: To evaluate the population prevalence of critical body weight loss ( more than 5% from baseline) in patients with Head and Neck cancer. Secondary Objectives: To evaluate the impact of appetite, and performance status; To evaluate the change of quality of life (QoL); To evaluate the incidence of infection and hospitalization; To evaluate the safety profiles

The aim of the study is to establish the highest level of evidence to evaluate treatment summary and survivorship care plans (TSSPs) by piloting the TSSPs on patients with HNC. Hypothesis: HNC patients who receive the intervention of the TSSP will have an increased rate of implementation of recommendations for their needs, greater adherence with follow-up schedules, improved quality of life and improved satisfaction with post-treatment care. Aim 1 (Validation of TSSP): To validate a treatment summary and survivorship care plan (TSSP) intervention specifically tailored to the needs of HNC patients based on the best available evidence. Approach: In the first phase of the project the investigators will pilot the London Heath Sciences Centre TSSP with head and neck cancer survivors and then have the TSSP extensively reviewed and modified by our multidisciplinary head and neck oncology treatment team. Aim 2 (Evaluation of TSSP): To evaluate the implementation of a TSSP in survivors of head and neck cancer compared to usual treatment in a randomized fashion to determine whether TSSPs result in improved implementation of recommendations for HNC survivors and improved quality of life and satisfaction. Approach: In the second phase of the project the investigators will conduct a randomized controlled trial to compare patient reported outcomes in HNC patients who have received the TSSP to patients who have not received the TSSP.

This randomized, non-blinded, phase 0/I study will assess the feasibility of conducting a large randomized clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of the ePVA to improve pain management and HRQoL in HNC. Thirty participants undergoing radiation therapy (RT) (with or without chemotherapy) will be randomized to: 1) ePVA intervention or 2) usual care. The intervention consists of participants completing the ePVA every other week during radiation therapy (RT), then weeks 4, 12, and 24 after end of RT. Automated reports of ePVA data, including pain reports and patient-reports of pain medications, will be sent to providers to inform their clinical decisions.

Rates of depression and anxiety in cancer patients are much higher compared to the general population. 40% of head and neck cancer patients will develop significant distress along the cancer journey. Less than half of these patients are able to access support, with factors such as age, social difficulty, cancer stage and site affecting referral. In 2016, 78,000 Canadians died of cancer, yet there is limited implementation of routine and integrated advanced care planning in cancer care. An upcoming deliverable of all cancer centres in Ontario is the integration of Cancer Care Ontario's Psychosocial and Palliative Care (PSOPC) pathway into all disease pathways. Successful widespread implementation of this pathway at Odette Cancer Centre (OCC) will impact >16,000 patients/year. If effective, it will reduce suffering, unnecessary healthcare utilization, improve treatment decisions and compliance, enable a better quality of life in survivorship and improve quality at end of life. There is a need for better developed, standardized response pathways to address PSO and PC needs throughout the patient's journey.

The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of a pre-planned patient-adjusted intensive nutritional counselling given by a dietitian several times during (chemo)radiotherapy vs. individualized nutritional counselling given by a dietitian once in the beginning of (chemo)radiotherapy and thereafter on-demand in patients with head and neck squamous cell cancer.

RATIONALE: Iseganan hydrochloride may be effective in preventing or lessening oral mucositis in patients who are receiving radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. It is not yet known if iseganan hydrochloride is effective in preventing oral mucositis. PURPOSE: Randomized phase III trial to determine the effectiveness of iseganan hydrochloride in preventing oral mucositis in patients who are receiving radiation therapy for head and neck cancer.