Could One-Sided radiation be safer for throat cancer patients?

NCT ID NCT06167291

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether people with throat cancer on one side of the neck can safely receive radiation to only that side, instead of both sides. The goal is to reduce side effects from unnecessary radiation. About 8 participants with early-stage HPV-related tonsil or tongue base cancer are being studied.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neoplasm of oropharynx oropharynx cancer oropharynx squamous cell carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States