No-mask radiation: new device aims to ease treatment for head and neck cancer patients
NCT ID NCT03076255
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This pilot study tested a maskless immobilization device for 12 adults with head and neck cancer or brain tumors undergoing radiation therapy. The device aims to prevent movement during treatment with the same accuracy as standard thermoplastic masks, which can be uncomfortable. Researchers measured setup accuracy by comparing daily shifts to planning scans.
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Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19107, United States
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