New MRI scan could help surgeons avoid facial nerve damage during parotid tumor removal
NCT ID NCT05296109
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing a special 3D MRI technique called neurogram imaging to better see the tiny branches of the facial nerve inside the parotid gland before surgery for parotid tumors. The goal is to help surgeons avoid accidentally injuring these nerves during tumor removal, which can cause temporary or permanent facial weakness. About 50 patients with parotid tumors will receive this advanced MRI scan in addition to standard imaging, and researchers will compare how well the new method shows the nerve branches.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) with neurogram sequences
What this could lead to
If successful, this imaging technique could help surgeons see facial nerves more clearly before parotid tumor surgery, potentially reducing the chance of accidental nerve injury.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage imaging study with only 50 participants. Better visualization may not always translate to fewer surgical complications, and the technique may not work for all patients or tumor types.
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Gerald Choa MRI Center
RECRUITINGHong Kong, Hong Kong
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