Light-based sensor could save transplanted skin after cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT06661525

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท 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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Hypoxia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Surrey Memorial Hospital

    Surrey, British Columbia, V3V 1Z2, Canada

  • Vancouver General Hospital

    Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1M9, Canada