AI-Powered radiation planning aims to ease swallowing problems for cancer patients
NCT ID NCT05979883
First seen Jan 30, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tested whether using machine learning to plan radiation treatment reduces side effects for people with head and neck cancer. 204 adults receiving radiation therapy were randomly assigned to either machine-learning-assisted planning or standard planning. The main goal was to see if the AI approach improved swallowing function and other quality-of-life measures after treatment.
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea
Albert Lea, Minnesota, 56007, United States
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Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire Clinic
Eau Claire, Wisconsin, 54701, United States
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Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Healthcare
La Crosse, Wisconsin, 54601, United States
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Mayo Clinic Health Systems-Mankato
Mankato, Minnesota, 56001, United States
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Mayo Clinic in Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States
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