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This study tested whether a personalized vaccine could be safely made and given to 25 adults with advanced cancers that cannot be cured. The vaccine was custom-made for each person. The main goal was to check for side effects and see if the approach is feasible.

This phase 3 trial tested a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells and tumor RNA in 200 people with a high-risk form of eye cancer (uveal melanoma with monosomy 3). After surgery to remove the tumor, half received the vaccine over two years and half were simp…

This study tests an experimental drug called XmAb24306, given alone or with another cancer drug (atezolizumab), in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be cured. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it. About 195 participants will take p…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental cell therapy called IBR854 in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed or have spread. The main goals are to check the treatment's safety and find the right dose. Participants receive the cells by infusion tw…

This study tests whether a daily dose of Taiwanese Green Propolis, a natural bee-derived supplement, can improve blood fat levels, reduce fatigue, and enhance quality of life in people who have completed treatment for oral cavity cancer. Participants take either propolis capsules…

This early-phase trial tests an experimental tablet called YZJ-5053 in people with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers will also look at how the drug moves through the bo…

This study tested the drug larotrectinib in 215 adults with various solid cancers that have a specific change in the NTRK gene. The drug is taken orally and works by blocking the action of the altered gene. The main goal was to see how many patients had their tumors shrink or dis…

This early-phase study tested the safety of combining two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and AMG386 (which targets blood vessel growth)—in 62 people with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, ovarian, renal, or colorectal cancer. The main goals were to find the safest dose…

This study compares two treatment approaches for people with operable head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. One group receives low-dose radiotherapy plus targeted therapy and immunotherapy before surgery, while the other gets only targeted therapy and immunotherapy. The goal is …

This study tests a combination of three immunotherapy drugs—PDS0101, M7824, and NHS-IL12—in people with advanced HPV-related cancers such as cervical, anal, and throat cancers. The goal is to see if the mix can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Participants receive the dru…

This early-stage trial tested a new drug called BGB-15025, alone or with another drug (tislelizumab), in 157 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the best dose. The study is now complete, …

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called IOS-1002, given alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in 47 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Research…

This phase 2 study tested two drugs—durvalumab and cetuximab—together in 35 people with head and neck cancer that had come back or spread and was no longer responding to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors. The study is complete, and re…

This phase 3 trial tested whether a yeast-derived immune stimulant (GM-CSF) and a peptide vaccine, alone or together, could prevent melanoma from returning after surgery. 815 patients with no visible cancer after complete surgical removal of advanced melanoma were randomly assign…

This phase 2 study tested a combination of two drugs—olaparib and pembrolizumab—in 333 adults with advanced solid tumors that have specific DNA repair problems (HRR mutations or HRD). The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors or slow their growth. Participants had alre…

This pilot study tested whether memantine, a drug used for dementia in adults, could help prevent memory and thinking problems in children receiving brain radiation for tumors like glioma or craniopharyngioma. 41 children aged 6-21 took either memantine or a placebo during radiat…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called IBI129 in 36 adults with advanced solid tumors that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked for any signs that the drug mig…

This Phase 1 trial tested an investigational oral drug called CFI-402257 in 52 people with advanced solid tumors, including breast cancer, that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check how the drug moves through the body. It w…

This study tests whether a graft made from a patient's own or donor stem cells can repair the cornea's surface in people with limbal stem cell deficiency, a condition that causes pain, scarring, and vision loss. A small biopsy of limbal tissue is taken from a healthy eye or donor…

This study tested a fixed-dose combination of two immunotherapy drugs, tiragolumab and atezolizumab, given together as a single infusion every three weeks. The trial enrolled 64 people with advanced solid tumors that express a protein called PD-L1. The main goal was to check the …

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called KVA12123, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety…

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs—cetuximab and dalpicilib—in people with a type of head and neck cancer that has returned or spread and no longer responds to standard immunotherapy. The study includes 28 adults aged 18 to 75 whose tumors are HPV-negative. The g…

This study tested a drug called PF-06801591 in 155 people with advanced solid tumors or non-small-cell lung cancer. The drug works by blocking a protein that stops the immune system from attacking cancer cells. The goal was to check safety, how the drug moves through the body, an…

This pilot study tested whether combining high-dose radiation therapy with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could boost the immune system's ability to fight advanced solid tumors. Twenty-one patients with various advanced cancers received the combination either at …

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called vilastobart, alone or with another drug (atezolizumab), in 125 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looke…

This phase 1 trial tested the combination of dasatinib (a pill) and bevacizumab (an infusion) in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the two drugs work together to slow cancer gr…

This study tested two experimental drugs (AK104 and AK117) together, sometimes with chemotherapy, in 128 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. It focused on patients with stomach, esophageal, or other advanced can…

This early-phase trial tested a new approach for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It combined specially trained natural killer (NK) immune cells with drugs that help the immune system attack cancer. The study enrolled 11 participants to chec…

This early-phase trial tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and carboplatin) plus lenalidomide, a drug that blocks blood vessel growth in tumors, in 18 adults with advanced solid tumors, especially urothelial (bladder) cancer. The main goal was to find the …

This study tested a new oral drug called BGB-43395 in 33 Chinese patients with advanced or metastatic HR+/HER2- breast cancer and other solid tumors. The drug blocks a protein (CDK4) that helps cancer cells grow. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors wh…

This phase 2 study tested a combination of the drug Tarceva (erlotinib) with RADPLAT (radiation and intra-arterial cisplatin) in 21 patients with advanced head and neck cancer. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and effective at shrinking tumors. Researchers measured…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called BGB-C354, alone or with an immunotherapy (tislelizumab), in 63 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for…

This early-phase study tested a personalized cancer vaccine (RO7198457) in 273 patients with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, lung, and breast cancer. The vaccine was given alone or with an immunotherapy drug (atezolizumab) to see if it was safe and how the body responded. Th…

This study tested a new under-the-skin shot version of the cancer drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in 142 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see how well the body absorbs the drug compared to the standard IV infusion. Researchers also checked for side effects and how…

This study tested an eye drop called RMP-A03 in 77 healthy volunteers and people with pterygium, a fleshy growth on the eye. The goal was to see if it safely reduces redness and controls the condition. Participants received either a low dose, high dose, or placebo drops, and rese…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called TdCyd in 27 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to turn back on genes that may slow tumor growth. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effect…

This early-stage trial tested a combination of two oral drugs, tipifarnib and alpelisib, in 45 adults with recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that has specific genetic changes (HRAS overexpression or PIK3CA mutations). The goal was to find a safe dose a…

This phase 2 trial tested two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 10 patients with aggressive pituitary tumors that worsened after surgery and radiation. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow their growth. Researchers also monitored side…

This study tested a combination of two drugs, sitravatinib (a pill) and tislelizumab (an IV infusion), in 16 people with a rare eye cancer (uveal melanoma) that had spread to the liver. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink liver tumors better than current treatments. Par…

This study tested whether giving the immunotherapy drug durvalumab alongside radiation works better than the standard cetuximab plus radiation for people with advanced head and neck cancer who cannot take the usual chemotherapy drug cisplatin. A total of 196 adults took part. The…

This early-stage trial tested a new drug called PF-07257876 in 29 people with advanced lung, head/neck, or ovarian cancers that had stopped responding to other treatments. The drug is a bispecific antibody designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The main goals wer…

This phase II trial tested a combination of three treatments: specially engineered natural killer cells (PD-L1 CAR-NK cells), an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab), and an immune booster (N-803) in 18 adults with advanced gastric or head and neck cancer that had not responded to …

This study tested a new drug called XTX202 in 95 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The trial is now complete.

This phase 2 trial tested two chemotherapy drugs, paclitaxel and carboplatin, given before surgery to 79 people with locally advanced head and neck cancer. The goal was to see how well the drugs shrink tumors before surgery. The main measure was a major pathologic response, meani…

This early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs, cabozantinib and 13-cis-retinoic acid, in 15 children whose solid tumors had come back or were not responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The study did not…

This early-stage trial tested a new drug called AZD6244 combined with standard chemotherapies in 140 people with advanced solid tumors (breast, colon, lung, melanoma, kidney). The main goal was to see if the combination is safe and tolerable, and to find the best dose. Researcher…

This study tested whether exenatide, a diabetes drug, plus lifestyle changes helps adults with severe weight gain after treatment for a rare brain tumor (craniopharyngioma). 42 adults aged 18-75 took either exenatide or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal was to see if they los…

This early-phase study tested a single dose of an experimental antibody (MEDI0562) given before surgery to 13 patients with advanced head and neck cancer or melanoma. The goal was to see if the drug safely activates the immune system to fight the cancer. Researchers compared givi…

This study tested whether a lower dose of radiation therapy, with or without the chemotherapy drug cisplatin, can effectively treat advanced oropharyngeal (throat) cancer in patients who are non-smokers. The trial enrolled 316 people with p16-positive cancer, a type linked to HPV…

This early-stage trial tested the safety of adding olaparib to standard chemotherapy and radiation for people with advanced head and neck cancer. Sixteen patients took part to find the best dose and see how well they tolerated the combination. The goal was to control the disease,…

This early-phase trial tested a combination of four therapies to see if they could safely boost the immune system to fight cancer. 17 adults with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, metastatic breast cancer, or head & neck cancer received low-dose radiation and two immune-boosting drugs inje…

This study looked at whether adding cetuximab to avelumab works better than avelumab alone for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. The cancer in these patients is not curable, and average survival is less than a year. The trial first checked th…

This phase 2 trial tested a new approach for people with intermediate-risk HPV-related head and neck cancer. Participants received an HPV-16 vaccine (ISA101b) plus the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab alongside standard chemoradiation. The goal was to see if this combination coul…

This study tested a new drug called TJ004309, either alone or combined with another drug called Toripalimab, in 225 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see early signs of effectiveness. The…

This study tested whether giving the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab for one year after standard treatment could help prevent head and neck cancer from coming back in 100 patients at high risk for recurrence. Participants received either pembrolizumab or a placebo. The main goal…

This early-phase study tested a daily combination of two oral drugs, axitinib and everolimus, in 19 people with advanced solid tumors, particularly kidney cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose by monitoring side effects in the first month. Researchers also tracked how…

This study tested a combination of two drugs, ramucirumab and pembrolizumab, in 43 people with head and neck cancer that had spread or come back. The goal was to first find a safe dose and then see if the combination could shrink tumors. The approach aims to block blood vessel gr…

This study tested a new oral drug called HMPL-453 tartrate, either alone or combined with chemotherapy or an immunotherapy (toripalimab), in 190 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and see if th…

This early-stage study tested two drugs, cabozantinib and pamiparib, together in 44 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The drugs work by blocking certain enzymes t…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called CCT3833 in 31 adults with advanced solid tumours, including melanoma. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers measured how the drug moves through the body and looked for the best dose to use in …

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called PM14 in 126 people with advanced solid tumors that had no standard cure. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for early signs of tumor shrinkage. The drug was given by IV infusion on different schedules. This is a first…

This early-phase study tested an experimental drug called COM902, alone or with other drugs, in 94 people with advanced cancers like ovarian, lung, and colon cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for early signs that the drug m…

This early-stage study tested a custom-made yeast vaccine designed to train the immune system to recognize and attack leftover cancer cells. Five adults with various cancers (like colorectal, breast, or lung) who had completed initial treatment received the vaccine. The goal was …

This study tested a combination of two drugs, niraparib and dostarlimab, in 10 people with head and neck cancer that had come back or spread. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow the cancer. Participants had to be able to swallow pills and have no ot…

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to standard surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy could help prevent head and neck cancer from coming back. The study enrolled 67 adults with advanced, surgically removable head and neck squam…

This early-stage study tested a new drug called BI 765049, alone or combined with another drug (ezabenlimab), in 21 Asian adults with advanced solid tumors (stomach, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, head and neck, or lung cancer) that have a specific marker called B7-H6. The main g…

This study tested whether adding an extra chemotherapy drug (capecitabine) after standard treatment helps people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer that is likely to spread. 294 patients received either standard chemoradiotherapy alone or standard treatment plus capecitabine. Th…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called KL340399, which is injected directly into tumors to activate the immune system. It involved 6 adults with advanced solid tumors who had no other treatment options. The main goals were to check safety, find the right dose, and see if…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called KL340399 in 21 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug works by activating the STING pathway to help the immune system fight cancer. The main goals were to check safety, find th…

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding tiragolumab to atezolizumab (Tecentriq) helps shrink tumors better than atezolizumab alone in people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. The study enrolled 123 adults whose tumors have a specific protein (PD-L1…

This phase 2 trial tested a drug called KL-A167 in 153 adults with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (a type of throat cancer). Participants received the drug by IV every two weeks. The main goal was to see how many patients' tumors shrank or disappeared. The study…

This study tested the drug nivolumab (Opdivo) in 39 people with head and neck cancer who had already received radiation and then had a second surgery to remove remaining cancer. The goal was to see if nivolumab could help prevent the cancer from coming back and to check for side …

This phase 2 study tested the drug erdafitinib in 316 adults and children with advanced solid tumors that have specific FGFR gene mutations or fusions. The main goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. Participants took erdafitinib tablets daily. The study is now complete…

This phase 3 trial tested whether adding lenvatinib (Lenvima) to pembrolizumab (Keytruda) works better than pembrolizumab alone for people with recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. The study enrolled 511 participants whose tumors express PD-L1. Researche…

This early-phase study tested a new drug, HBM1020, in 17 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. The drug was given by IV every three weeks. Because this is a Phase 1 trial, i…

This study tested whether giving fewer, higher-dose radiation sessions after surgery for head and neck cancer is safe. Eighteen adults with certain risk factors received one of three shortened radiation schedules. The goal was to find the shortest course that does not cause sever…

This study tested a new drug called PRL3-ZUMAB in 14 people with advanced solid tumors (like stomach or liver cancer) that stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug was given every two weeks to see if it could shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Researchers also lo…

This study tested a new oral drug called ensartinib (X-396) for the first time in humans. It involved 131 people with advanced solid tumors, including those with ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors.…

This study tested the drug pembrolizumab in 21 people with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), a rare condition where HPV causes non-cancerous growths in the throat, windpipe, or lungs. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink these growths and reduce the need for fre…

This study tested a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-NeoB, in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (GRPR). The goal was to check safety, find the best dose, and see if it shrinks tumors. It is an early-stage trial, so it focuses on safety and dosing, not a …

This early-phase trial tested a combination of two cancer drugs, bortezomib and clofarabine, in 28 adults with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or myelodysplastic syndromes that had stopped responding to standard therapy. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for s…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called AZD8186 combined with the chemotherapy docetaxel in 23 patients with advanced solid tumors that have PTEN or PIK3CB gene mutations. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The study is complete, but re…

This early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called HH-101 in 12 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Participants received HH-101 as an IV infusion every three…

This study tested a new way to rebuild the lower jaw after removing benign tumors. Surgeons used virtual 3D planning to create custom-made plates and combined them with a piece of the patient's own rib bone. Thirty people took part, and the team checked how well the wounds healed…

This phase 2 trial tested the antibiotic doxycycline as a first treatment for a rare type of eye lymphoma (OAMZL) that may be linked to a bacterial infection. 44 newly diagnosed patients took doxycycline for several months. The goal was to see if eradicating the infection could c…

This study tested a treatment plan for people with advanced head and neck cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The plan combined the immunotherapy drug camrelizumab with chemotherapy and radiation. 39 adults took part. The goal was to see if the treatment could help control …

This study tested a combination of two drugs, atezolizumab and bevacizumab, in 33 adults with advanced head and neck cancer that had worsened after chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors or slow disease progression. Results may help guide future treatm…

This phase 3 trial tested whether giving only radiation therapy works as well as radiation plus chemotherapy for people with intermediate-risk nasopharyngeal cancer. The study enrolled 338 participants and used modern intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). The goal was to …

This completed phase I/IIb trial tested a personalized vaccine made from each patient's unique tumor mutations. Eight adults with advanced solid tumors or high recurrence risk received the vaccine alongside an immune booster and later checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to see if…

This phase 2 trial tested the drug samotolisib in 18 children and young adults with advanced solid tumors, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or histiocytic disorders that had spread, returned, or stopped responding to treatment. Only patients whose tumors had specific mutations in the TSC or…

This study tested a new drug called FF-10502-01 in 106 adults with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow disease progression. While not a cure, th…

This study tested a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (eftilagimod alpha and pembrolizumab) in 187 people with advanced lung cancer or head/neck cancer that had not been treated or had stopped responding to prior therapy. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink t…

This phase 2 trial tested the drug darovasertib in 15 people with high-risk uveal melanoma (a rare eye cancer) who were scheduled for eye removal surgery. Participants took the drug for up to 4 weeks before surgery, and some continued for 6 months afterward. The main goals were t…

This early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called CTX-471, given alone or with the approved drug Keytruda, in 100 adults with advanced cancers like lung cancer, melanoma, and head and neck cancer. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and tolerable for patients w…

This pilot study tested whether tailored text messages could help head and neck cancer survivors stop drinking alcohol, which is a major risk factor for cancer recurrence. 126 survivors from a hospital and a VA medical center were randomly assigned to receive either the text mess…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called NOV140101 in 32 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study is complete, but it was too small to determine i…

This study tested a new DNA vaccine called INO-3107 in 32 adults and children with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), a rare condition where non-cancerous tumors grow in the airway due to HPV-6 or HPV-11. The vaccine was given with a device that uses electrical pulses to…

This phase 2 trial tested an experimental drug called HX009 in 20 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. HX009 is a bifunctional antibody designed to block two proteins (CD47 and PD-1) that help tumors hide from the immune system. Th…

This study tested whether tracking daily steps with a simple pedometer could help identify cancer patients at high risk of being hospitalized during chemoradiotherapy. 40 adults with head and neck, lung, esophageal, or stomach cancer wore a pedometer and received extra support li…

This phase 2 trial tested darolutamide, a drug that blocks male hormones, in 57 people with a rare type of salivary gland cancer that has male hormone receptors. Some patients received darolutamide alone, while others also got goserelin to lower hormone levels. The goal was to se…

This phase 2 trial tested a new cancer vaccine (IO102-IO103) combined with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab as a first treatment for people with advanced lung, head/neck, or bladder cancer that had spread. The study enrolled 63 participants to see if the combination is safe a…

This study tested a new drug called TAK-676, alone and with pembrolizumab, in 248 adults with advanced solid tumors that had no standard treatment options. The main goal was to check safety and find the highest dose that causes few side effects. The study also looked at how well …

This early-phase trial tested the safety of combining two drugs—L-NMMA and pembrolizumab (Keytruda)—in 12 adults with various advanced cancers. Pembrolizumab helps the immune system recognize cancer cells, while L-NMMA may remove a chemical barrier that blocks immune attack. The …

This study tested a new drug combination (TQB2618 plus penpulimab) in 47 people with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma that had come back or spread. Some participants had already tried standard treatments, while others were new to therapy. The goal was to see if the combination w…

This early-phase trial tested whether combining the experimental drug relatlimab with other immunotherapies (nivolumab plus either BMS-986205 or ipilimumab) is safe and can shrink tumors in people with advanced solid cancers. A total of 229 participants with various incurable, ad…

This study tested an experimental drug called BMS-986016 (anti-LAG-3) alone or combined with nivolumab in people with advanced solid tumors that had spread or couldn't be removed by surgery. It included several cancer types like lung, stomach, liver, kidney, bladder, head and nec…

This early-phase trial tested a new personalized therapy called TBio-4101 for people with advanced melanoma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own tumor-fighting immune cells, which are collected, multiplied in the lab, and then infus…

This phase 2 trial tests the drug utidelone in 126 people with advanced solid tumors (excluding breast, lung, and colorectal cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants receive utide…

This phase 2 trial tested a combination of three drugs—camrelizumab (an immunotherapy), cetuximab (a targeted therapy), and chemotherapy—as a first treatment for people with head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. The study enrolled 41 participants and measured how man…

This study tested combinations of three immunotherapy drugs—tislelizumab, surzebiclimab, and alcestobart—in 147 adults with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to prior treatments. The goal was to find safe doses and see if the drugs could shrink tumors. The trial is now…

This study tested whether combining two FDA-approved cancer drugs, cetuximab and nivolumab, could help people with advanced head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. A total of 95 participants received the drug combination to find the best dose and see if it improves surv…

This early-phase trial tested the safety of combining pioglitazone (a diabetes drug) with carboplatin (a chemotherapy) in 14 people with advanced solid tumors that could not be cured with standard treatments. The goal was to find the best dose and see if the combination is safe. …

This study tested a newer robotic surgery system (Da Vinci Xi) for removing head and neck tumors through the mouth. It included 100 adults with various types and stages of head and neck cancer. The main goal was to see if the procedure could be done successfully and safely. The a…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called BAT4706 in 28 adults with advanced solid tumors or melanoma who had no other good treatment options. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. This was not a cure study; it aimed to gather safety information …

This study tested a new cancer drug called brigimadlin (BI 907828) in 266 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors. Brigimadlin is an MDM2 inhibitor tak…

This study tested a new way of delivering radiation for people with non-secreting pituitary adenomas that came back or remained after surgery. Instead of a single high dose, the radiation was given in five smaller daily doses. The goal was to see if this approach could control tu…

This study checked if a generic version of the cancer drug trifluridine/tipiracil works the same as the brand-name drug Lonsurf in 76 patients with solid tumors. Participants took the drug under fasting and fed conditions to compare how the body absorbs it. The goal was to show t…

This study tested a blend of six Chinese herbs, called Anti-tumor B, in 30 people with squamous cell cancer of the mouth. The goal was to see if the herbs could slow cancer cell growth before standard treatment. Results focused on changes in a cell growth marker called Ki-67.

This early-stage study tested the safety of adding the drug afatinib to standard radiation therapy for people with head and neck cancer at risk of recurrence. Afatinib blocks proteins that help cancer grow and may make cancer cells more sensitive to radiation. The study included …

This study tested proton therapy in 87 adults whose head and neck cancer came back after prior radiation. The goal was to see if this precise type of radiation can control the tumor while limiting side effects. Participants had cancer that could not be removed by surgery or chose…

This study tested whether giving lower doses of radiation after surgery for head and neck cancer could reduce long-term side effects like dry mouth and trouble swallowing, while still keeping the cancer from coming back. About 200 patients with certain stages of oral, throat, or …

This early-stage study tested a new drug called DF6215, alone or with another drug (pembrolizumab), in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study is com…

This study tested a toric intraocular lens implant in 40 children aged 6 to 17 with cataracts and astigmatism (a condition where the eye is shaped like a football). The goal was to see if this special lens could improve vision better than standard surgery. All children had catara…

This study tested a three-step treatment for head and neck cancer that uses chemotherapy before surgery, then adjusts further treatment based on risk. The goal was to see if this personalized approach could reduce side effects while still controlling the cancer. 40 adults with a …

This early-phase study tested a new drug called ZN-c3 (Azenosertib) in 274 adults with various solid tumors. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked for signs that the drug could shrink tumors. This is a first step to see if the…

This study tested a new drug called IMCgp100 in 378 adults with a specific genetic type (HLA-A*0201) of advanced uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer. Participants received either IMCgp100 or one of three standard treatments (dacarbazine, ipilimumab, or pembrolizumab). The main goal…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called DF6002, either alone or combined with the approved immunotherapy nivolumab (Opdivo), in 170 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, find th…

This study tested a new drug called DF1001 in 270 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The drug works by helping the body's immune cells attack cancer cells. The trial first found the safest dose, then tested it alone or with other cancer drugs…

This study tested a new drug called BI 3706674 in 47 adults with advanced stomach or esophageal cancer that had not responded to prior treatment. The drug is a tablet that blocks growth signals in cancer cells. The main goals were to find a safe dose and see if the drug could shr…

This study tested whether combining two drugs, brentuximab vedotin and pembrolizumab, can shrink tumors in people with advanced melanoma, lung cancer, or head and neck cancer that has spread. About 161 adults took part. The main goal was to see how many patients had their tumors …

This early study tested the safety of an experimental drug called MK-4700, given alone or with the approved immunotherapy Keytruda, in 5 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to other treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and see how the body h…

This study tested adding lenalidomide to a standard chemotherapy regimen (EPOCH-R) in 55 people with aggressive B-cell lymphomas linked to the MYC gene. The goal was to find the best dose and see if the combination improves how long patients live without their cancer getting wors…

This Phase 3 trial tested whether adding lenvatinib to pembrolizumab (Keytruda) helps people with recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that has a specific marker (PD-L1). The study enrolled 112 participants and compared the combination against pembrolizum…

This study tested whether a short course of radiation to one tumor site could help immunotherapy drugs work better in people with advanced lung or head/neck cancers. 76 participants received radiation within two weeks of starting their immunotherapy. The main goal was to see if t…

This study looked at whether adding a structured addiction treatment program to standard cancer care helps patients with head and neck or lung cancer quit smoking and reduce alcohol use. 133 patients were randomly assigned to either the integrated program or usual care. The main …

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called RS-0139 in 16 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to target tumors specifically, and the main goals were to find a safe dose and understand how the body processe…

This study tested a combination of two drugs—NT-I7 (efineptakin alfa) and pembrolizumab (Keytruda)—in 215 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to treatment. The goal was to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the combo could shrink tumors. The t…

This phase II trial tested whether adding sorafenib to cetuximab works better than cetuximab alone for patients with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. Fifty-five adults with various types of head and neck cancer took part. The study measured how long pat…

This trial tested a new therapy for cancers caused by HPV-16, such as cervical, anal, and throat cancers. Researchers took patients' white blood cells, genetically engineered them to recognize a protein called E7 found in HPV cancer cells, and infused them back. Patients also rec…

This early study tested combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab with precise radiation (stereotactic radiosurgery) in 25 people with melanoma or lung cancer that had spread to the brain. The main goal was to check for serious side effects. Researchers also tracked how long…

This study tested the Varian ProBeam proton therapy system in 47 people with solid tumors. The goal was to see if the device safely controls tumors and meets performance standards. Patients received proton radiation and were followed for up to 5 years after treatment.

This early-stage trial tested a modified virus called TILT-123 in 32 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The virus is designed to infect and kill cancer cells while releasing immune-boosting proteins. The main goal was to check safety …

This early-stage trial tested a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells and tumor material for people with metastatic uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. The vaccine was added to standard treatments like immunotherapy or chemotherapy. The main g…

This early-phase study tested the safety of combining two drugs—AZD1775 (a pill) and durvalumab (an IV infusion)—in 56 adults with advanced solid tumours that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find safe doses and watch for side effects. While not a cu…

This study tested an experimental drug called ENV-101 (taladegib) in 20 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic mutation (PTCH1 loss-of-function). The drug works by blocking a growth pathway in cancer cells. Researchers measured how many patients' tumors sh…

This completed Phase 2 trial tested whether combining an immunotherapy drug (durvalumab) with an epigenetic drug (tazemetostat) can control advanced solid tumors like pancreatic, colorectal, and soft-tissue sarcoma. The study enrolled 164 adults and measured how well the combo sh…

This study tested a combination of two experimental drugs, AK112 and AK117, with or without chemotherapy, in 154 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors and control the disease. The trial has finished, and researchers are now lookin…

This phase 2 trial tested whether giving an extra dose of radiation to the most resistant parts of a tumor, identified by a special MRI scan (DCE-MRI), could improve outcomes for people with advanced head and neck cancer. 106 participants received standard chemoradiation (cisplat…

This early study tested whether stem cells from donated umbilical cord tissue could help people with chronic dry mouth after radiation for head and neck cancer. Ten adults received a single injection of these stem cells and were monitored for safety and any improvement in saliva …

This early-stage trial tested a new drug called PN20 in 24 adults with lymphoma or solid tumors who were getting chemotherapy. The goal was to see if a single injection before chemo could safely prevent a drop in platelets, which can cause bleeding. Researchers checked safety and…

This phase 3 trial tested whether adding a targeted antibody (cetuximab) to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin) helps people with advanced head and neck cancer that has spread or come back. About 120 patients received either cisplatin plus cetuximab or cisplatin plus a placebo. The…

This Phase 1 trial compared a new biosimilar drug, RPH-002, to the standard cancer drug Erbitux in 118 patients with advanced head and neck cancer that could not be removed by surgery. The main goals were to see if RPH-002 reaches similar levels in the blood and has a similar saf…

This study tested a new oral drug called RLY-4008 in 490 adults with advanced bile duct cancer or other solid tumors that have specific FGFR2 gene changes. The drug is designed to block the FGFR2 protein, which can drive cancer growth. The trial aimed to find the safest dose and …

This study tested an experimental drug (BMS-986253) combined with standard immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab with or without ipilimumab) in 281 people with advanced cancers like melanoma. The main goals were to check safety and see if tumors shrank. This is a disease-control approac…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called BGB-10188, alone or combined with other cancer drugs (zanubrutinib for blood cancers, tislelizumab for solid tumors), in 97 patients whose cancers had returned or stopped responding to treatment. The main goals were to find safe dos…

This study looked at whether black raspberry lozenges could reduce DNA damage in mouth cells caused by smoking. 69 adult smokers took the lozenges for several weeks. The goal was to see if the berries could lower harmful chemical markers linked to oral cancer. Results may help fi…

This study tested two or three drugs together in adults with advanced solid tumors (cancers that have spread). The main goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. Participants took brigimadlin pills and received ezabenlimab infusions every 3 we…

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to standard chemotherapy and radiation after surgery could help prevent cancer from returning in people with advanced head and neck cancer. The study enrolled 211 patients who had their tumor…

This study tested the drug sorafenib (Nexavar) in 32 adults with uveal melanoma that had spread to other parts of the body. The goal was to see if the drug could stop tumors from growing for at least 24 weeks. Sorafenib is already used for other cancers, and researchers wanted to…

This early-phase study tested an oral drug called AG-881 in 95 adults with advanced solid tumors, including brain tumors (gliomas), that have specific IDH gene mutations. The main goals were to check safety, find the best dose, and see how the drug works in the body. While not a …

This study tested a new way to give radiation for head and neck cancer. Instead of treating the whole neck, doctors used artificial intelligence to focus radiation only on the cancer spots. 67 patients took part to see if this approach could reduce side effects without increasing…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called AMG 305 in 37 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check the drug's safety and find the best dose for future studies. Participants received the drug and were mo…

This study tested combinations of the immunotherapy drug durvalumab with other drugs (danvatirsen, AZD5069, or tremelimumab) in 340 adults with advanced solid tumors or head and neck cancer. The goal was to find safe doses and see if the combinations shrink tumors. The trial has …

This study tested whether a combination of two drugs, nivolumab and relatlimab, can shrink tumors in people with metastatic uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. Twenty-seven participants received the treatment to see how many responded. The goal was to control the d…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called CUDC-907 in 26 children and young adults (ages 1-21) with cancers that had come back or stopped responding to treatment, including solid tumors, brain tumors, and lymphoma. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side ef…

This completed phase II study tested a combination of two drugs—tadalafil (Cialis) and pembrolizumab (Keytruda)—in 7 adults with advanced head and neck cancer that had spread or come back. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could help control the disease. Because…

This study tested a treatment for people with HPV-related throat cancer. It combined a higher dose of radiation with the chemotherapy drug docetaxel. The goal was to see if this approach could better control the tumor and improve survival. The study involved 81 participants and w…

This early-phase trial tested two experimental drugs, FdCyd and THU, taken by mouth for advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. Fifty-nine adults received the drugs in 21-day cycles to see if they were safe and tolerable. The goal was to find a dose f…

This study tested a new pill called larotrectinib in 75 adults with advanced cancers that have a specific gene change (NTRK fusion). The main goals were to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see how the body processes it. Participants had no other good treatment opt…

This early-stage trial tested a new oral drug, MSP008-22, in 7 adults with advanced solid tumors (breast, ovarian, prostate, head and neck cancers) that had spread or could not be removed. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. This is a first step to s…

This large Phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to standard chemoradiation helps people with locally advanced head and neck cancer live longer without the disease getting worse. Over 800 participants received either pembrolizumab plu…

This phase 2 trial tested a combination of two targeted drugs, afatinib and cetuximab, in 50 patients with advanced head and neck cancer that had spread or come back. All participants had already tried standard treatments like chemotherapy or immunotherapy. The main goal was to s…

This early-phase study tested whether genetically modified T-cells (MAGE-A10ᶜ⁷⁹⁶T) are safe for people with advanced urothelial cancer, melanoma, or head and neck cancer. Ten participants received their own engineered immune cells after chemotherapy. The main goal was to check fo…

This study tested a shorter radiation schedule (3 weeks instead of 6-7) for head and neck cancer in people aged 70 and older. The goal was to see if it could still control the cancer while reducing side effects and treatment gaps. 37 participants received either adjuvant or defin…

This early-phase study tests two experimental drugs, BI 765049 and ezabenlimab, in adults with advanced solid tumors like colorectal, lung, and pancreatic cancer. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose of BI 765049 alone and in combination with ezabenlimab. Participants r…

This early-phase trial tested a new immunotherapy drug called BI 754091 in 110 people with advanced solid tumours that had spread or could not be removed surgically. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked for early signs th…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called SNB-101 in 21 people with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, breast, and lung cancers) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. SNB-101 is a nanoparticle version of SN-38, the active part of a common chemotherapy dru…

This early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called CyPep-1, injected directly into tumors, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. The study involved 60 adults with advanced solid cancers that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were…

This study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and cetuximab, in 78 people with advanced head and neck cancer that had returned or spread. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow the disease. Participants were grouped based on whether they …

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called VS-6766, given alone or with everolimus, in 104 adults with advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe, tolerable dosing schedule and measure h…

This study tested a new immunotherapy drug, ezabenlimab, combined with other cancer medicines in 211 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread. The goal was to see if the tumors shrank or disappeared. Participants received different drug combinations, and doctors monitore…

This early-stage study tested the drug revumenib in 42 adults with colorectal cancer or other solid tumors that had spread or come back after at least one prior treatment. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can slow tumor growth. Researchers measured side effects, how th…

This study tested two experimental drugs (BI 754111 and BI 754091) that help the immune system attack cancer. It included 172 adults with advanced solid tumors, including non-small cell lung cancer that had returned after prior treatment. The first part found the safest dose, and…

This trial tested a new treatment for people with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive head and neck cancer that has spread or come back. The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells (TCR-T cells) that recognize EBV on cancer cells and also release a PD1 blocker to help them…

This study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard radiation and chemotherapy can help prevent cancer from returning in people with high-risk HPV-related throat cancer. The trial enrolled 26 participants with advanced-stage disease. Researchers measured…

This pilot study tested a new type of immune cell therapy called anti-ALPP CAR-T cells in 5 patients with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (ALPP). The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and can shrink tumors. Patients first received chemotherapy to prepare …

This early-phase study tested a new drug called CUE-101, alone or with pembrolizumab, in 80 adults with HPV16-positive head and neck cancer that had spread or returned. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked at whether the drug helped…

This early-phase study tested a new type of immunotherapy called ALPP CAR-T cells in 5 adults with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The therapy involves genetically modifying a patient's own immune cells to recognize and attack cancer cells tha…

This early-phase study tested an experimental drug called BMS-986288, both by itself and combined with the immunotherapy nivolumab (Opdivo), in 219 people with advanced solid tumors that had worsened after standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and tolerability, a…

This early-phase trial tested a new type of cell therapy for people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. Nine patients received specially engineered immune cells (TCR-T cells) designed to recognize and attack the virus-infected cancer cells. The m…

This early-stage trial tested a new type of cell therapy for people with HPV-positive head & neck or cervical cancer. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, engineered to recognize and attack HPV-infected cancer cells. Some patients also received cells that produce an a…

This early-phase trial tested whether adding two chemotherapy drugs (6-mercaptopurine and 6-thioguanine) to an immunotherapy drug (Atezolizumab) could help treat advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study enrolled 18 adults with metastati…

This study looked at whether giving radiation therapy after surgery can prevent early-stage oral cancer from coming back. It included 392 patients with tumors at least 5mm thick. Half received radiation, half were just watched. The main goal was to see if radiation reduced local …

This early-phase study tested a new drug called IN10018, alone or with other medicines, in 51 adults with advanced melanoma that had spread. The main goal was to check safety and how the body handles the drug. The study included people with two hard-to-treat types of melanoma: uv…

This study tested a new drug called ALRN-6924 in 142 people with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that have a normal p53 gene. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors. Participants had cancers that did not respond to standard treatments or had no standard …

This Phase 3 trial tested whether the oral drug afatinib works better than the standard injected drug methotrexate for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has worsened after platinum chemotherapy. The study enrolled 340 patients and measured how long they lived without…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called JAB-8263 in 41 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The study is now complete.

This large phase 3 trial studied nearly 1,000 people with HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer to see if replacing chemotherapy with a targeted drug (cetuximab) during radiation could work as well or better. The goal was to find a treatment that controls the disease while possibly re…

This phase II trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab (Opdivo) to standard chemoradiation helps treat stage II-IVB nasopharyngeal carcinoma, a type of throat cancer. Forty patients received nivolumab infusions every two weeks alongside cisplatin chemotherapy …

This study tested whether analyzing the genes of a person's salivary gland tumor could help doctors pick a more effective drug. 114 people with advanced or returning cancer joined. First, their tumor was genetically profiled. Then, if a targetable gene change was found, they got …

This early-stage trial tested a new drug called MRX-2843 in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or come back after other treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers monitored side effects and how the drug moved through the b…

This phase II trial tested a personalized approach for people with advanced head and neck cancer that had stopped responding to prior immunotherapy. Researchers used genetic testing to choose which drug to add to nivolumab—either relatlimab or ipilimumab. The study enrolled 20 pa…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called ADG116, which helps the immune system attack cancer cells. The study included 72 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. Some participants received ADG116 alone, while others g…

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called FL115 in 18 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. FL115 is designed to strengthen the body's immune cells to fight cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose, wh…

This study tested a new drug called IBI334 in 28 people with advanced solid tumors that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goals were to check the drug's safety and see if it helps control the cancer. The study is now complete.

This early-stage trial tested a new biologic drug called ZGGS15 in 22 adults with advanced solid tumors who had no standard treatment options left. The main goals were to check safety, find the right dose, and look for early signs that the drug might control tumor growth. Partici…

This early-phase study tested an experimental drug called JAB-BX102, alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in 21 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose, while also …

This early-phase study tested a new drug called BAT8006 in 216 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the best dose for future studies. This is not a cure, but a step toward better control…

This early-phase study tested an experimental oral drug called Q702 in 51 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects, while also looking at whether the drug could shrink …

This trial tested a two-step treatment for people with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard therapies. First, a laser heats and destroys part of the tumor. Then, a drug called IP-001 is injected directly into the treated area to help the immune system recogniz…

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab after standard chemoradiotherapy could help people with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Fifty-three patients received either pembrolizumab or a placebo every three weeks for up to a year. The main go…

This early-stage trial tested an oral drug called JAB-3312 in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked …

This early-phase study tested a combination of low-dose radiation, an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab), and a targeted therapy (afatinib) given before surgery to people with head and neck cancer. The main goal was to find a safe dose and see how well the treatment shrinks tumors…

This early-phase study tested a new oral drug called LP-118 in 68 people with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that had stopped responding to standard treatments. LP-118 works by blocking two proteins that help cancer cells survive. The main goals were to find a safe dose and c…

This phase 1 study tested an experimental drug called LY3039478 in 247 people with advanced or metastatic cancer, including lymphoma. The main goal was to find a safe dose and see how the drug affects the body. Researchers also looked for signs that the drug might shrink tumors.

This early-phase trial tested a new drug called NB003 in 258 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it could shrink tumors. The study is now complete, an…

This study tested an injectable drug called RC88 in 41 people with advanced solid tumours who had no other good treatment options. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. The study is now complete, and results will help guide future research.

This early-phase study tested a new daily pill, ASC61, in 18 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it. Researchers looked for side effects and measured tumor respons…

This early-stage trial tested a new oral drug, JNJ-64619178, in 114 people with advanced cancers (including solid tumors, lymphoma, and myelodysplastic syndromes) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effect…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called ezabenlimab, alone or combined with another drug (BI 754111), in 146 Asian patients with advanced solid tumors. The main goals were to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the combination shrinks tumors in cancers…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called RO7623066, given alone or with other treatments, in 116 adults with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to prior therapies. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. While not a cure, the study…

This study tested two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 64 people with recurrent or metastatic salivary gland cancer that could not be removed by surgery or treated with radiation. The goal was to see how well the combination shrank tumors and what side effects oc…

This early-stage trial tested the safety of a new drug called SGN-B6A in 6 Chinese patients with advanced solid tumors (lung, head and neck, esophageal, stomach cancers). The main goal was to identify side effects and see how the body processes the drug. It is a first step to see…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called BMS-986315, alone or combined with other immunotherapies (nivolumab or cetuximab), in 44 people with advanced solid tumors like head and neck, lung, or kidney cancer. The main goals were to check safety and find the right …

This early-phase study tested an experimental drug called E7090 in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and check for early signs of effectiveness, especially in patients whose tumors have certain…

This study tested a new proton therapy device, the Varian ProBeam360°, in 47 people with solid tumors. The goal was to see if it could control tumor growth with few severe side effects. Participants received radiation for 1 to 8 weeks and were followed for up to 5 years. The main…

This study tested a new drug (TJ004309) combined with an approved immunotherapy (atezolizumab) in 25 people with advanced ovarian, head and neck, lung, gastrointestinal, or triple-negative breast cancers. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors. Participants ha…

This early-phase study tested a shorter, more intense radiation schedule (completed in 3 weeks instead of the usual 6) combined with chemotherapy for people with HPV-related throat cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose that still controls the cancer. Only 24 patients took …

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding eftilagimod alpha to the immunotherapy pembrolizumab works better than pembrolizumab alone for people with advanced head and neck cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study included 171 participants whose tumors had certain marker…

This early-phase study tested a new drug called ABBV-155, given alone or with standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel or docetaxel), in 168 adults with advanced solid tumors that had come back or stopped responding to treatment. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for early…

This early study tested a radioactive imaging agent called [99mTc]Tc(CO)3-(HE)3-Ec1 in 10 adults with solid tumors. The agent is designed to attach to EpCAM receptors on cancer cells, making them visible on SPECT scans. Researchers aimed to see where the agent goes in the body, m…

This study tests a special SPECT imaging agent that seeks out a protein called LRRC15, found on many aggressive cancers like pancreatic, breast, lung, and brain tumors. The goal is to see if this scan can help doctors diagnose and stage these cancers more accurately. Healthy volu…

This study tested a non-invasive imaging device called dermal optical coherence tomography (D-OCT) to diagnose basal cell carcinoma (a common skin cancer) around the eye area. Researchers compared its accuracy to standard biopsy results in 210 adults with suspected lesions. The g…

This study tested whether a special light (autofluorescence) can help doctors spot early signs of mouth cancer in people who smoke and drink heavily. 180 adults hospitalized for alcohol withdrawal took part. The goal was to see if the light technique is more reliable than a stand…

This study tested whether a simple breath test can predict if cancer patients will respond to immunotherapy drugs. Researchers used an electronic nose device to analyze breath samples from 190 patients with lung, melanoma, kidney, bladder, or head and neck cancers. The goal is to…

This study tested a new type of PET-CT scanner that can scan a tumor right after it is removed from the body. Patients with prostate or head and neck cancer received a small amount of radioactive tracer before surgery, which sticks to cancer cells. After removal, the specimen was…

This study tested a non-invasive optical device that uses different types of light to detect and diagnose various mouth conditions, including oral cancer, gum disease, and dry mouth. Over 1,000 participants with and without oral lesions were imaged, and the results were compared …

This study tested a new way to find small cancer spots in neck lymph nodes of people with nasopharyngeal cancer. Researchers combined MRI scans with a special ultrasound that uses a contrast agent. They aimed to create a better rule for spotting these tiny metastases. 348 patient…

This study tested a device called an 'artificial nose' that analyzes breath to detect head and neck cancer. 45 people (some with cancer, some healthy) gave breath samples. The device used sensors to create a unique breath pattern, aiming to tell who had cancer and who did not.

This study tested whether a special type of MRI (diffusion-weighted MRI) can predict if head and neck cancer will come back after chemoradiotherapy. Fifty-nine patients had two MRIs: one before treatment and one three months after. The goal was to see if changes in water movement…

This study tested a new mouthwash-based DNA test to see if it can find HPV in saliva, which might help detect HPV-related throat cancer early. Researchers compared results from 360 people — some with throat cancer and some without. The goal was to see how accurate the test is at …

This study collected speech recordings from 501 people, including those with oral or oropharyngeal cancer and healthy volunteers. Researchers are developing AI models to analyze voice patterns and detect cancer early. The goal is to create a non-invasive, low-cost screening tool.

This early study tested a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FDS in 16 people with suspected bacterial or fungal infections. The tracer is designed to light up infection sites on PET/CT scans, helping doctors see exactly where an infection is. The goal was to check how the tracer …

This study tests whether the drug SENS-401 can prevent hearing loss caused by cisplatin, a common chemotherapy. Adults with cancer who are scheduled to receive cisplatin take SENS-401 before, during, and after treatment. Hearing is measured with a standard test to see if the drug…

This trial investigates whether a low-level diode laser can prevent or reduce severe mouth sores (mucositis) caused by radiation and chemotherapy in people with advanced head and neck cancer. Participants receive either real laser therapy or a non-functional placebo laser during …

This study tested whether giving head and neck cancer patients detailed oral hygiene and diet instructions can prevent painful mouth sores caused by radiation. 150 patients were split into two groups: one got standard advice, the other got step-by-step oral care training. Researc…

This study tested whether a taurolidine-citrate solution (TauroLock) placed in the catheter between treatments can prevent bloodstream infections in adults with solid tumors receiving IV anti-cancer therapy. 162 patients were randomly assigned to get either the TauroLock solution…

This early-stage trial tested whether black raspberry confections (like lozenges) could help prevent oral cancer. Sixty-seven healthy volunteers ate different versions of the confection to see which was most acceptable and how it affected genes and chemicals linked to cancer. The…

This study looked at whether giving different doses of magnesium can help prevent kidney damage caused by the chemotherapy drug cisplatin. 100 people with head and neck cancer took part. Researchers compared three groups receiving 1, 2, or 3 grams of magnesium to find the best pr…

This study tests whether acupuncture using tiny, semi-permanent needles can prevent diarrhea caused by the chemotherapy drug irinotecan in children with solid tumors. About 22 children will receive the acupuncture during their second round of chemo, and researchers will measure p…

This pilot study tests whether a special cream (KeraStat) and a mobile app (MyCap) can help manage skin rashes caused by radiation therapy in head and neck cancer patients. Sixteen participants will apply the cream at least twice daily during radiation and use the app to report t…

This study tested two types of radiation therapy for nasopharyngeal cancer (a cancer in the upper throat). One group received standard photon radiation plus carbon ion therapy, and the other received proton radiation plus carbon ion therapy. The main goal was to see which approac…

This early study tested whether injecting a patient's own stem cells into the saliva gland could safely help dry mouth caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. Six participants received one injection, with a second offered later. The main goal was to check for side e…

This study looked at whether a group resistance exercise program could help head and neck cancer patients maintain muscle and quality of life during chemoradiation. Twenty adults with advanced head and neck cancer took part in supervised strength training sessions. Researchers me…

This study tested whether the drug benralizumab can safely reduce skin rashes caused by cancer treatments like checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to lower the number of high-grade rashes to milder ones, which could improve quality of life and help patients stay on their cancer t…

This study tested whether a propolis mouth rinse could delay or prevent severe oral mucositis (painful mouth sores) in 140 head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiation. Participants used either a 15% propolis solution or a placebo four times daily alongside standard oral ca…

This study looked at 2,000 adults with solid tumors to find the best dose of olanzapine for preventing nausea and vomiting caused by strong chemotherapy. Researchers compared 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg doses to see which works best with the fewest side effects like daytime sleepines…

This study tested a new swallowing exercise for people who have trouble swallowing after treatment for head and neck cancer. The exercise trains patients to start swallowing while breathing out, which may help prevent food or liquid from entering the airway. 88 survivors particip…

This study tested a special pain coping skills program for people with advanced solid tumor cancer who have pain that interferes with daily activities. 211 patients were randomly assigned to either the program or standard care. The program taught ways to manage pain and find mean…

This phase 3 trial tested whether ulinastatin, a drug that blocks certain enzymes, can reduce severe mouth sores caused by chemoradiotherapy in 179 patients with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer. Patients received either standard care or ulinastatin alongside their cancer treatment…

This study tested whether a 12-week supervised exercise program could improve quality of life for 133 head and neck cancer patients undergoing treatment. The program included supervised sessions at the hospital and home exercises. Researchers measured physical and mental function…

This study tested whether a special perineal massage technique could reduce pain during sex and vaginal tightness in women treated for gynecological cancer. 35 women received either the massage or standard dilator treatment over ten sessions. The goal was to see if the massage im…

This study tested whether soaking feet in warm water for 20 minutes before pituitary tumor surgery helps patients feel less anxious and keeps vital signs stable. 100 adults were enrolled, with one group receiving the foot bath and the other standard care. Researchers measured anx…

This study looked at two ways to numb a nerve bundle in the face during pituitary gland surgery. The goal was to see which method reduces the amount of anesthesia needed during the operation. Sixty adults having this type of surgery took part. The results help doctors choose the …

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding venlafaxine (an antidepressant) to a standard pain regimen of gabapentin, methadone, and oxycodone could better control pain in 62 people with head and neck cancer undergoing chemoradiation. The study measured pain scores and side effects …

This study compared a capsaicin patch (Qutenza) to a standard nerve pain medication (amitriptyline) in 13 head and neck cancer survivors with long-term nerve pain. The goal was to see if the patch could reduce pain and improve quality of life. Participants received either the pat…

This study looked at whether giving head and neck cancer patients a special nutritional supplement (Nestle IMPACT AR) before and after major surgery could lower the chance of wound problems like infections or poor healing. Only 4 people took part, and researchers tracked complica…

This study tested whether a simple walking program, guided by a fitness tracker, could help cancer patients tolerate their chemoradiotherapy without missing treatments. 166 adults with brain, head and neck, lung, gastrointestinal, or cervical cancer participated. Patients were gi…

This study tested whether having a dietitian visit patients at home during radiotherapy could improve their quality of life. 117 adults with head and neck cancer took part. The goal was to see if personalized nutrition advice helps patients cope better with treatment side effects…

This study tested whether an education and support program can help family caregivers of cancer patients feel more confident and less anxious. About 484 caregivers and patients took part. Researchers compared different types of support to see which worked best.

This study tested whether a short exercise program before chemoradiotherapy helps head and neck cancer patients maintain physical function. 47 adults with head and neck cancer were randomly assigned to either an exercise prehabilitation group or usual care. The exercise program l…

This study looked at whether mindfulness exercises can lower stress and improve communication between patients with liver disease and their doctors. 56 adults took part, answering surveys about their stress, anxiety, and how well they felt they could share decisions with their he…

This study tested a new type of radiation therapy that adjusts the treatment beam each day based on the patient's current anatomy. The goal was to see if this daily adaptive approach could reduce chronic dry mouth (xerostomia) compared to standard radiation in 50 people with head…

This study tested whether shining a red LED light on mouth sores caused by radiation therapy can help them heal. 28 people with head or neck cancer who already had mild sores received a 7-minute light treatment before each radiation session. The main goal was to see if the sores …

This study tested whether a benzydamine hydrochloride (Difflam) oral spray can reduce the severity of mouth sores caused by high-dose radiation in head and neck cancer patients. Thirty-five adults receiving radiation without chemotherapy were randomly assigned to standard mouth c…

This study looked at skin problems in 57 patients with advanced head and neck cancer who received a combination of the drug cetuximab and radiation therapy. The goal was to track and understand skin side effects during treatment. Researchers also measured quality of life and tumo…

This early-phase study tested whether alpha lipoic acid, a dietary supplement, can reduce pain and side effects in people with head and neck cancer undergoing chemoradiation. Only 5 patients were enrolled to find a safe and tolerable dose. The goal was to see if it's worth studyi…

This study looked at whether head and neck cancer patients would use medical cannabis to help with side effects during chemotherapy and radiation. 30 patients were observed to see how many signed up for and obtained medical cannabis. The goal was to understand if cannabis could b…

This study tested whether an advanced pneumatic compression device (Flexitouch Plus) could reduce swelling and symptoms in 236 head and neck cancer survivors with lymphedema. Participants either used the device daily or received usual care like manual drainage and compression gar…

This study tested a better pain management program for people who finished treatment for head and neck cancer. 33 survivors with ongoing pain took part. The goal was to see if the program could improve their daily physical function, mood, and overall quality of life.

This study tested whether a mobile app helps cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy report their symptoms more effectively. Over 200 participants used the app to track side effects for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if the app improves how patients recognize a…

This study tested a special type of artificial lens (TECNIS Eyhance IOL) in 62 adults aged 45-75 who had cataract surgery. The goal was to see how well the lens helps people see clearly at different distances, from close up to far away. Researchers measured vision at nine distanc…

This study looked at whether acupuncture can reduce dry mouth (xerostomia) caused by radiation therapy in people with head and neck cancer. A total of 258 participants were randomly assigned to receive acupuncture or usual care. The main goal was to see if acupuncture improved dr…

This study tested whether a numbing gel (lidocaine) works as well as a needle injection for pain relief during pterygium surgery. 41 adults having pterygium removal took part. The goal was to see if the gel causes less pain and eye dryness after surgery.

This study looked at whether smell training with scented oils can help people regain their sense of smell after endoscopic skull base surgery. 41 adults with benign skull base tumors participated. Half used scented sticks and half used unscented sticks for training. Researchers m…

This study tested two hands-on therapy techniques—Kaltenborn mobilization and active release—to help head and neck cancer survivors who developed jaw tightness and pain after radiation. 115 adults who finished radiation at least 6 months earlier took part. The goal was to see whi…

This study looked at whether eating only during an 8-10 hour daytime window (without cutting calories) could help immunotherapy work better in people with advanced head and neck cancer. 29 patients were asked to follow this eating pattern, and researchers tracked how well they st…

This study tested whether pentoxifylline, a drug used for blood flow problems, can protect the kidneys from damage caused by cisplatin chemotherapy in head and neck cancer patients. 90 adults receiving cisplatin for the first time took part. Researchers measured kidney injury usi…

This study looked at whether a home-based exercise program can help people with head and neck cancer maintain movement, muscle strength, and posture while undergoing radiation therapy. Twenty-four adults who had surgery and were scheduled for radiation took part. The goal was to …

This study tested whether mouth rinses containing the amino acids arginine or glutamine could reduce the severity of painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy in head and neck cancer patients. 69 participants swished and swallowed these supplements three times daily during …

This study tested whether ozone therapy can help treat oral mucositis—painful mouth sores—in 38 patients receiving radiation and chemotherapy for head and neck cancer. Patients received in-office ozone gas treatment plus at-home ozonated oil products. The researchers measured cha…

This study tested whether using artificial intelligence (machine learning) to plan radiation treatment could reduce side effects for people with head and neck cancer. 204 adults receiving radiation therapy were randomly assigned to either AI-assisted or standard treatment plannin…

This study looked at whether taking statins (cholesterol-lowering drugs) can reduce hearing loss caused by platinum-based chemotherapy in people with solid tumors. 56 adults who were about to start chemotherapy took part. The goal was to see if statins could protect their ears fr…

This study tested whether using creams with niacinamide and shea butter can prevent or reduce skin itching in cancer patients receiving immunotherapy. 130 adults with solid tumors starting checkpoint inhibitor treatment were randomly assigned to use either the test cream or a con…

This study looked at two ways to help older patients (65+) with head and neck cancer manage side effects during radiation and chemotherapy. One approach involved a geriatric specialist working with the cancer team, and the other provided extra supportive care guided by a geriatri…

This study tested whether adding a pressure biofeedback device to standard physical therapy could improve neck function in 50 people who had neck dissection surgery for head and neck cancer. Participants were split into two groups: one received standard therapy alone, and the oth…

This study tested whether laserpuncture (a needle-free form of acupuncture using lasers) could reduce low white blood cell counts caused by chemotherapy and improve quality of life in 30 adults with head and neck cancer. Participants received either real or sham laserpuncture dur…

This study tested two methods to keep blood pressure stable and reduce pain during pituitary tumor surgery. Sixty adults received either a numbing injection near the cheekbone or numbing medicine placed inside the nose. The goal was to see which approach better controls blood pre…

This study tested whether manual acupuncture, compared to a sham (fake) version, could improve white blood cell counts and reduce fatigue in 34 head and neck cancer patients undergoing chemoradiation. Participants received 21 sessions over seven weeks at specific body points. The…

This study tested whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus reuteri could prevent or treat severe mouth sores in 160 people with head and neck cancer undergoing radiation therapy. Mouth sores are a painful side effect that can make eating difficult. The researchers measured how ma…

This early-phase study tested a single dexamethasone implant (Ozurdex) in 10 people with uveal melanoma who had fluid buildup under the retina after radiation treatment. The goal was to see if the implant is safe and can help reduce the fluid to prevent vision loss. The implant i…

This study tested a mobile app called WeCanManage designed to help cancer survivors with disabilities manage long-term effects of their illness and treatment. Twenty adults who had breast cancer, head and neck cancer, or sarcoma used the app and reported on how helpful and easy i…

This study tested whether a pre-surgery exercise program (walking, sit-to-stand, and other exercises) could help people recover mobility and avoid complications after head and neck cancer surgery. 52 adults scheduled for major surgery wore Fitbits and either did the exercises or …

This study looked at nearly 1,400 people with rare conditions like PPNAD, Carney Complex, and Peutz-Jeghers syndrome. The goal was to find the genetic causes and link them to specific symptoms. Researchers used clinical exams and genetic testing to better understand how these dis…

This study looked at whether having a special consultation with a radiotherapy technician (called a manipulator) helps cancer patients feel more informed about their treatment. Researchers enrolled 308 adults with various cancers who were getting radiation therapy. They compared …

This study follows head and neck cancer patients who received radiation therapy to see how many teeth they lose over two years. It also looks at other mouth problems like dry mouth and bone damage. The goal is to better understand and manage these long-term side effects.

This study follows up with head and neck cancer patients about 7 years after they finished radiation therapy. Researchers will check for cavities, gum disease, tooth loss, bone damage, and saliva flow. The goal is to understand the long-term dental side effects of cancer treatmen…

This study looks at a nerve in the neck called the ansa cervicalis, which controls muscles that help keep the airway open. Researchers will measure the nerve's size and shape in 50 adults having neck surgery for head and neck cancer. They will also test how stimulating the nerve …

This study enrolled 500 skin cancer patients in China and analyzed over 1.2 million of their social media posts using artificial intelligence. The goal was to see if AI could detect signs of psychological distress and suicidal thoughts. Researchers hope this approach could lead t…

This early-phase study tested very small amounts of several cancer drugs (rilvegostomig, volrustomig, sabestomig, AZD9592, and pembrolizumab) injected directly into head and neck tumors in 17 people. The goal was to see how each drug affects the tumor's environment at the injecti…

This study tested whether surgeons can safely use an Apple Vision Pro headset to view a microscope during cataract and other eye surgeries. 45 adults having elective eye surgery took part. The goal was to see if the headset is safe and comfortable for the surgeon, not to change h…

This study tested whether a short video featuring cancer survivors and local leaders could encourage more people in rural Tamil Nadu to get screened for oral, breast, and cervical cancer. Over 1,200 adults aged 30-59 who had not been screened recently were randomly assigned to se…

This study looks at the DNA of 100 children (and young adults up to age 17) who have cancer, along with the DNA of their healthy parents. The goal is to find genetic changes that may have caused the cancer. By comparing the child's DNA to both parents', researchers hope to discov…

This study tested whether letting patients move freely between the injection of a radioactive tracer and the PET scan affects image quality. Normally, patients must rest for an hour to avoid muscle uptake that can blur results. The trial involved 284 adults with cancer or needing…

This study looks at whether it's possible for people diagnosed with solid tumors to have a follow-up visit with their general practitioner within 15 days of learning their diagnosis. Researchers will track how many patients actually attend this visit and why some might not. The g…

This completed study collected information from 101 patients and healthcare providers to design a care pathway for COPD in people also being treated for lung or head and neck cancer. The goal was to identify common burdens and barriers to COPD care in oncology clinics. The findin…

This study observed 255 cancer patients receiving immunotherapy to understand why some develop skin side effects. Researchers measured immune markers and lipids in the skin and blood. The goal is to identify patterns that could predict or explain these reactions.

This study tested whether a simple procedure called remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) could improve healing of tissue flaps in head and neck cancer patients who had prior radiotherapy. RIPC involves briefly inflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm to create short periods o…

This completed study looked at 50 people with advanced head and neck cancer that had stopped responding to chemotherapy. Researchers gave them the drug nivolumab and analyzed their tumors and blood to find biological markers that could predict who would respond best. The goal was…

This study looks back at 20 years of medical records from 25 people who had a freezing treatment (cryotherapy) for retinal hemangioblastoma, a rare eye tumor often linked to von Hippel-Lindau disease. Researchers want to see how well the treatment controlled the tumors and affect…

This study looked at 49 people with masses in the sellar region of the brain (near the pituitary gland). Researchers compared MRI scans before surgery with the final diagnosis after surgery to see how well imaging predicts the type of tumor. The goal was to improve diagnosis and …

This study tested whether a defined mixture of live gut bacteria from a healthy donor (MET-4) is safe and can be detected in patients with advanced oropharyngeal cancer receiving standard chemoradiation. Thirty participants took the bacteria by mouth daily for up to four weeks. T…

This study looked at medical records of 938 adults with solid tumors who received immunotherapy. Researchers compared how well the treatment worked when cancer had spread to different organs like the liver, brain, lung, or bone. The goal is to understand why some metastatic sites…

This pilot study tested whether it's possible to adjust proton radiation plans each day while the patient is on the treatment table. Ten adults with solid tumors took part. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and practical enough to study in a larger trial.

This study looked at how repeatable and reproducible ADC maps are for measuring head and neck cancer in 58 adults. Participants had MRI scans using a standard method to see if results were consistent across different machines and sessions. The goal was to improve the reliability …

This study tested whether machine learning can detect cancer pain by analyzing facial expressions, voice, and speech. 83 people with cancer recorded videos at clinic visits and at home over 3 months. The goal was to see if this technology could classify pain levels in a diverse g…

This completed registry followed nearly 8,000 adults with solid tumors who had next-generation sequencing (NGS) genetic testing. The goal was to collect real-world data linking test results, treatments, and survival. No new drug or intervention was tested; instead, the registry a…

This study collected X-ray images from 32 head and neck cancer patients during their radiation therapy sessions. The goal was to measure how much the head moves or changes shape between treatments. Researchers also used the images to create realistic artificial X-rays for future …

This small study tested whether injecting a fluorescent dye called fluorescein sodium helps surgeons see nerves during head and neck surgery. Eight adults having open head or neck surgery received the dye through an IV. Surgeons then rated how well the glowing nerves matched stan…

This study created and tested an educational website to help Black and African American cancer patients learn about personalized cancer treatments and clinical trials. Researchers interviewed 48 patients and caregivers, then tested the website with 33 patients. The goal was to se…

This study looks at how radiation therapy for brain tumors like meningioma or pituitary adenoma might affect autobiographical memory—the memories of your life events. Researchers will ask 17 patients to complete memory tests one and two years after treatment. The goal is to see i…

This study tested whether a PET scan using a tracer called FMISO can measure oxygen levels (hypoxia) in head and neck cancers. Sixteen patients received the scan before starting radiotherapy. The goal was to see if the amount of hypoxia seen on the scan could predict how well the…

This study looked at whether training health workers and actively reaching out to smokers and heavy drinkers aged 35+ can get more of them to have a simple mouth exam for early oral cancer detection. Over 1,100 people from Rio de Janeiro's primary care clinics took part. The goal…

This study looked at whether three blood proteins (pre-albumin, retinol binding protein, and transferrin) can help detect early malnutrition in people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer undergoing chemoradiotherapy. Researchers tracked 60 patients to see if these proteins change…

This study looked at whether a food safety training program helps food service employees improve their knowledge, attitudes, and practices around safe food handling. About 200 adult workers took part, and the training covered personal hygiene and safe food preparation. The goal w…

This study tested a new ultrasound technique to see the smallest blood vessels in lymph nodes on the neck. Researchers wanted to know if this method could tell the difference between healthy and cancerous lymph nodes. Twenty adults with head and neck cancer, lymphoma, or healthy …

This study looked at how out-of-pocket costs affect the quality of life and treatment decisions of 60 head and neck cancer patients. Participants completed surveys about their finances, symptoms, and well-being during treatment. The goal was to understand the financial burden of …

This study tested a new on-couch imaging system called HyperSight, which takes 3D X-ray pictures (CBCT) of cancer patients right before their radiation treatment. 46 adults with head/neck, chest, abdomen, or pelvic cancers received both the new HyperSight scan and a standard scan…

This pilot study tested whether a special 2D antiscatter grid can improve the quality of cone-beam CT (CBCT) images used during radiation therapy for prostate, head and neck, and upper abdomen cancers. 43 participants received one extra CBCT scan with the grid, and researchers co…

This completed study used artificial intelligence to examine electronic health records from 10,000 head and neck cancer patients. The goal was to create models that can predict the risk of cancer coming back or progressing, and to identify which patients might live longer after i…

This study looked at how cancer treatment changes patients' ability to stick with a Mediterranean diet. Researchers followed 116 patients starting chemotherapy or immunotherapy, checking their diet adherence and sensory changes (taste and smell) at the start and after 9 weeks. Th…

This study looked at whether analyzing the DNA of a patient's tumor can help doctors pick a targeted therapy for advanced or metastatic cancer. Researchers enrolled 550 adults with various solid tumors that had spread. They took biopsy or blood samples to search for genetic chang…

This study gathered medical information and tissue samples from 2,000 head and neck cancer patients in South Korea. The goal was to learn more about how the disease behaves in Asian populations, since most existing research comes from Western countries. By analyzing this data, re…

This study looked at how the drug tuvusertib is absorbed, broken down, and removed from the body in 12 people with advanced solid tumors. Participants received a tiny radioactive tracer to track the drug. The main goal was to understand the drug's path in the body, not to treat t…

This study looked at how levels of a chemical called CGRP change in the blood during radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. Researchers wanted to see if these changes are linked to how much pain patients feel. A total of 23 patients took part, and the study is now complete.

This study looked at 41 people who had early-stage vocal cord cancer and were treated with either surgery or radiation. The goal was to see which treatment led to better voice quality five years later. Patients filled out a questionnaire about their voice, and doctors also measur…

This study followed 150 people with solid tumors who were starting immunotherapy (immune checkpoint inhibitors) as part of their regular care. Researchers collected data on side effects and asked patients to fill out questionnaires before each treatment. The goal was to better un…

This completed study tested whether a new biomarker called 'mass response' can predict how well a cancer therapy will work. Researchers collected tumor cells from 72 patients with various cancers through fluid drainage or biopsies. The goal was to see if this biomarker could guid…

This pilot study looked at whether cancer patients with head and neck, lung, or digestive system cancers could wear a fitness tracker during radiation therapy. The goal was to see if tracking activity levels and quality of life is practical and might relate to treatment outcomes.…

This completed study looked at 300 cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors to see if measuring troponin levels could help detect serious heart problems early. The goal was to prevent major cardiovascular events like heart attack or stroke without unnecessarily s…

This study looked at how immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of cancer drug, might affect blood vessels and increase heart risks. Researchers measured blood vessel function and checked for related markers in 39 cancer patients before and after starting treatment. The goal was to…

This completed trial tested a mobile app and web platform (BD4QoL) to monitor quality of life in 410 head and neck cancer survivors after curative treatment. The goal was to see if the platform could reduce or catch early declines in quality of life compared to standard follow-up…

This study looked at the DNA changes (mutations) in eye cancers called ocular melanoma. Researchers analyzed tumor samples from 58 patients to understand how these cancers develop and spread. The goal was to identify key mutations that could lead to better treatments in the futur…

This study looked at 160 people with head and neck cancer who needed a diagnostic scope (panendoscopy) under anesthesia. Researchers compared standard oxygen therapy with a high-flow system called THRIVE to see which one better prevents drops in oxygen levels. The goal is to find…

This study followed 80 people with newly diagnosed Cushing's disease for three years to see how the disease affects the heart, bones, metabolism, and quality of life. Researchers used blood tests, heart scans, bone density tests, and questionnaires to track complications before a…

This study tested whether having a clinical pharmacist review medications for cancer patients before they start treatment could prevent drug-related problems. Researchers observed 440 adults with solid tumors who were about to receive chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or oral targeted…

This study tested whether a type of eye scan called OCT-angiography can predict how well vision will recover after surgery to remove a pituitary tumor. Researchers compared the scan results with standard vision tests in 21 patients. The goal was to see if the scan could serve as …

This study looked at whether a 10-week exercise program is practical and helpful for people who have finished treatment for head and neck cancer. Twenty-two survivors took part in supervised and home exercises. The goal was to see if people would join, stick with it, and find it …

This completed study looked at how radiation therapy for head and neck cancers affects viruses in the mouth, specifically the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), and how this might relate to gum disease. Researchers collected samples from 25 patients to measure virus levels. The goal was t…

This completed study looked at 7 patients with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma (stage N3) to see if doing neck dissection (surgery to remove lymph nodes) before radiation therapy could improve outcomes. The goal was to understand if this approach reduces the chance of cancer co…

This early-phase study looked at whether a protein from the Maackia amurensis seed (MASL) can target a receptor called podoplanin found on oral cancer and precancerous cells. Researchers measured how much of this receptor was present in tissue samples from 18 adults with suspicio…

This study looked at 385 adults diagnosed with their first lung or head & neck cancer to see how many continued using tobacco or alcohol over the next year. Researchers tracked smoking and drinking habits, as well as how long patients lived without the cancer getting worse. The g…

This study looked at how often a muscle enzyme called CPK increases in people with solid tumors who are taking a type of targeted therapy called tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs). Researchers measured CPK levels in routine blood tests from 154 patients and checked if high levels …

This study looked at how common frailty is in people aged 70 and older with solid tumors who visited a cancer center. Researchers used a short questionnaire called VES-13 to screen patients before their doctor visit. They also compared the test results with the doctor's own judgm…

This study compared anxiety, depression, and quality of life between 125 cancer patients who joined clinical trials and those who received standard treatment. Researchers used questionnaires to measure stress and emotional well-being. The goal was to understand how trial particip…

This completed study looked at whether circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in the blood can help predict or detect early return of oropharyngeal cancer. Researchers took blood samples from 12 patients at different times (diagnosis, after treatment, and during follow-up) and analyzed t…

This study tested a digital color scale to objectively measure scarring of the eye's surface in people with recurrent pterygium, a growth that can come back after surgery. Researchers took photos of 25 patients' eyes and used software to analyze the scar tissue. The goal was to s…

This completed study used a total-body PET scanner to track how a radioactive sugar (FDG) behaves in head and neck cancer and inflammation right after injection and many hours later. Seven adults with stage II-IVa oral cancer who were scheduled for radiotherapy took part. The goa…

This study looked at 42 adults with advanced solid tumors who were already on or about to start checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy and also needed palliative radiotherapy for symptom relief. Researchers wanted to see if the combination was safe (less than 30% severe side effects)…

This study tested whether a special imaging technique called OCT can detect skin damage from radiation therapy before it becomes visible. Researchers followed 30 head and neck cancer patients during their radiation treatment. The goal was to see if OCT could catch early warning s…

This study looked at 28 people treated for head and neck cancer to see if neck muscle endurance is related to swallowing problems, breathing, and mouth pressure. Participants completed tests like a neck endurance test, swallowing evaluation, and lung function tests. The goal was …

This study watched 225 people with solid tumors who got a drug called G-CSF during chemotherapy. G-CSF can cause bone pain. Researchers measured pain levels and tracked what treatments (like pain relievers or other methods) helped. They also checked quality of life, fatigue, mood…

This study tested whether a mathematical model could help doctors choose the best radiation schedule for people with HPV-positive throat cancer. The goal was to see if personalized dosing could shrink tumors faster than standard treatment. Fifty-five adults took part, and researc…

This study tested two devices that help doctors place a breathing tube before surgery in 143 head and neck cancer patients with difficult airways. One device is a flexible scope, and the other combines that scope with a video laryngoscope. The goal was to see which method reduces…

This study looked at 58 head and neck cancer patients receiving standard radiotherapy. Researchers collected stool and blood samples to see if gut bacteria and their byproducts are linked to how well the treatment works and how severe side effects are. The goal is to find clues t…

This study looked at 3000 cancer patients to see which treatments work best for preventing dangerously low white blood cell counts after chemotherapy. It compared different approaches to see how well they prevent infections and improve quality of life. The goal is to give doctors…

This study looked at leftover tumor tissue and blood samples from 141 adults with glioblastoma or other solid tumors who were having surgery. The goal was to measure cell counts and viability to help scientists design better treatments for brain cancer and other solid tumors in t…

This study looks at how two common drugs—rifampicin (an antibiotic) and itraconazole (an antifungal)—affect the levels of a new cancer drug called BI 907828 in the blood. It involves 33 adults with advanced solid tumors who have not responded to previous treatments. Participants …

This study tested whether sharing photos between surgeons and pathologists during head and neck cancer surgery could improve the removal of all cancerous tissue. Normally, they only talk by phone. Here, 155 patients had photos taken of their tumors and surgical margins, which wer…

This study tested whether taking the drug BYL719 (Alpelisib) for 14 days before surgery could change certain biological markers in head and neck cancer tissue. Fifteen patients with resectable head and neck squamous cell cancer took the drug, and researchers compared tissue sampl…

This completed study tested a new 3D MRI technique to map cranial nerves in 7 children aged 1 to 5 with head and neck tumors or birth defects. The goal was to create detailed models that help surgeons avoid damaging important nerves during operations. The research focused on deve…

This study tested new guidelines for PSA screening to help doctors decide when to start and stop screening, how often to repeat it, and when to refer for biopsy. Researchers also provided patient navigation for men with elevated PSA levels. The goal was to see if these steps coul…

This study looked at 500 children who had surgery for a rare brain tumor called craniopharyngioma. Researchers used MRI scans to grade how much the tumor damaged a key brain area (the hypothalamus). They found that more damage was linked to higher rates of growth hormone deficien…

This French study asked 49 cancer patients how they felt about switching from hospital to home-based immunotherapy. The goal was to see if home treatment improved their satisfaction with care. It was an observational study, meaning no new treatments were tested—just patient exper…

This study tested two new methods to measure pressure and stiffness inside solid tumors in 27 patients. One method uses a thin catheter to measure pressure directly, and the other uses sound waves like an ultrasound to check stiffness. The goal was to see if these measurements co…

This study tested a simple hearing screening for head and neck cancer survivors who had chemotherapy and radiation. 55 adults completed a hearing questionnaire and a quick hearing test. The goal was to see if the screening was practical and helpful for catching hearing problems e…

This study looked at 33 people who had surgery for oral or throat cancer and received a collagen patch (Tachosil) to help rebuild the area. Researchers asked patients to fill out questionnaires about their swallowing and voice the day before surgery, and again at 1 month and 6 mo…

This study looked at 50 people who had a type of jaw cyst called an odontogenic keratocyst removed using different surgical methods. Researchers tracked how long it took for the bone to heal and whether the cyst came back over 10 years. The goal was to find out which surgical app…

This study looked at how 78 patients with high-risk skin cancer on the head or neck felt about their treatment decisions, quality of life, and satisfaction with care. Researchers used standard questionnaires to measure these factors at two points: right after a team of doctors di…

This study looked at whether a central monitoring station outside the operating room could safely replace having an anesthesia nurse in each room during eye surgeries like cataract removal. Researchers compared the rate of complications (like high blood pressure or low oxygen) be…

This study tested a new cone-beam CT scanner designed to take clearer images while patients are on the radiotherapy couch. 41 adults with head-and-neck, lung, breast, abdominal, or pelvic cancer each had one or two scans with the new device. The goal was to see if the images were…

This study looked at 16 people with a type of throat cancer (squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx). Researchers used two types of scans—PET and MRI—to measure oxygen levels inside the tumors. They also checked tumor samples under a microscope to see if the scan results match…

This study tested a personalized blood test that looks for tumor DNA in 40 patients with advanced head and neck cancer. The goal was to see if the test could help predict how the disease will progress and detect if the cancer comes back after treatment. Researchers took blood sam…

This study tested a new blood test (liquid biopsy) to find cancer markers in 135 people with head and neck, lung, or skin cancer. The goal was to see if the blood test works as well as a standard tissue biopsy. The study did not provide treatment but aimed to improve how doctors …

This study looked at two methods for fixing a tissue graft after removing a pterygium, a growth on the eye's surface. In 30 patients with pterygium in both eyes, one eye received stitches and the other did not. Researchers used special imaging to compare healing, comfort, and gra…

This study examined whether certain gene variations (FCGR2A and FCGR3A) influence how well the drug cetuximab works in people with advanced upper aerodigestive tract cancers that have spread or come back. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 121 participants to look for these …

This study compared two common methods for taking a prostate biopsy: one through the rectal wall and one through the skin between the scrotum and anus. 840 men who needed a biopsy for suspected prostate cancer were randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The goal was to see …

This study tracked 300 cancer patients receiving their first round of chemotherapy to see how often nausea and vomiting still happen, even with standard anti-nausea medicines. Participants filled out questionnaires about their symptoms in the first 24 hours and up to 4 days after…

This study tested whether iPhones and Apple Watches can reliably collect health data from people with cancer. 49 adults undergoing cancer treatment wore an Apple Watch and used an iPhone for 4 months to track activity, fatigue, and thinking skills. The goal was to see if these de…

This study tested whether giving cancer patients a list of questions to ask their doctors helps them feel more empowered and less anxious. About 96 patients, along with nurses and doctors, took surveys and shared their experiences. The goal is to improve communication and make pa…