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

NCT ID NCT06771336

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.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Centre Antoine Lacassagne

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Nice, 06189, France

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  • Hospices Civils de Lyon

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Lyon, 69004, France

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  • Institut Gustave Roussy

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Villejuif, 94805, France

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  • University hospital of Amiens- Picardie

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Amiens, 80054, France

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  • University hospital of Lille

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Lille, 59037, France

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  • University hospital of Montpellier

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Montpellier, 34090, France

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  • University hospital of Nantes

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Nantes, 44093, France

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  • University hospital of Rouen

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Rouen, 76000, France

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  • University hospital of Toulouse

    RECRUITING

    Toulouse, 31059, France

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