Light-based sensor could save transplanted skin after cancer surgery
NCT ID NCT06661525
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing a new, non-invasive device that uses light to monitor blood flow in transplanted skin after head and neck cancer surgery. The goal is to catch poor blood supply early so doctors can intervene and save the tissue. The study will enroll 60 adults undergoing this type of reconstructive surgery.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Surrey Memorial Hospital
Surrey, British Columbia, V3V 1Z2, Canada
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Vancouver General Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1M9, Canada
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