Fish oil supplement aims to help head and neck cancer patients through tough treatment
NCT ID NCT07180576
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study will test whether a fish oil-enriched nutritional supplement, combined with weekly nutrition counseling, is feasible and safe for people with head and neck cancer undergoing chemoradiotherapy. Fifteen participants will start taking the supplement two weeks before treatment and continue through the end of radiation. The study will measure how many people can stick with the supplement, any side effects, and whether it helps maintain body weight and nutrition.
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Active substance
Fresubin Supportan (fish oil-enriched high calorie, high protein oral nutrition supplement) and weekly nutrition counseling
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that adding a fish oil supplement and nutrition counseling helps patients with head and neck cancer better tolerate chemoradiotherapy and maintain their nutrition.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (15 people) focused on feasibility, not on proving the supplement works. It is too early to know if it will improve outcomes, and some patients may have side effects from the supplement.
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