Can a simple scale help cancer patients keep their muscle?
NCT ID NCT02615275
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study checks if a special scale can accurately measure muscle and fat in 50 head and neck cancer patients getting radiation therapy. The goal is to see if the scale can spot muscle loss early, helping doctors decide when to add nutrition support or a feeding tube. Participants will be weighed on the scale and also have CT scans for comparison.
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Conditions
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Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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