Laser precision could transform oral cancer prevention surgery

NCT ID NCT07678281

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two surgical methods for removing oral epithelial dysplasia, a precancerous condition of the mouth lining. One group receives laser surgery, while the other has traditional scalpel removal. Researchers measure wound healing speed, swelling, redness, and pain to see which approach leads to a smoother recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
fiber laser (1.94 micrometers)
What this could lead to
If laser surgery proves better, it could become a standard, less painful option for removing precancerous mouth lesions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (74 people) comparing two surgical techniques, so results may not apply broadly. Laser surgery may not improve healing or pain enough to justify its cost.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University)

    Moscow, Russia

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