Light beams aim to stop painful mouth sores in cancer patients

NCT ID NCT06458517

First seen Jun 08, 2026 · Last updated Jun 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two light-based devices to prevent and treat painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy in 60 adults with head and neck cancer. Patients receive light sessions twice a week to prevent sores, then three times a week if sores appear. The goal is to see which device works better at reducing severe mouth sores and treatment delays.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Institut de cancérologie Strasbourg Europe

    Strasbourg, 67033, France

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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