Mapping recovery: new study follows head and neck cancer patients after facial reconstruction

NCT ID NCT06771336

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study observes 200 adults with head and neck cancer who need facial reconstruction using a free bone flap after surgery. Researchers will track their medical visits, treatments, and costs over time using national health data. The goal is to describe typical care pathways and identify patterns to improve future care. No new treatments are being tested.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help doctors and hospitals design better, more efficient care plans for patients needing facial reconstruction after head and neck cancer surgery.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any new drug or therapy, so it cannot directly improve patient outcomes. Results may not apply to all patients or hospitals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Head and Neck Neoplasms maxillary neoplasm oral cavity cancer oropharynx cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEAD AND NECK CANCERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre Antoine Lacassagne
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Nice, 06189, France
Hospices Civils de Lyon
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Lyon, 69004, France
Institut Gustave Roussy
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Villejuif, 94805, France
University hospital of Amiens- Picardie
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Amiens, 80054, France
University hospital of Lille
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Lille, 59037, France
University hospital of Montpellier
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Montpellier, 34090, France
University hospital of Nantes
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Nantes, 44093, France
University hospital of Rouen
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Rouen, 76000, France
University hospital of Toulouse
RECRUITING

Toulouse, 31059, France

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