New study uses scans and blood tests to predict tumor changes during radiation

NCT ID NCT03491176

First seen Nov 10, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study aims to see if extra MRIs and blood biomarker tests can help predict how head and neck tumors change during radiation therapy. Up to 100 people (80 patients and 20 healthy volunteers) will take part. The research focuses on measuring tumor growth and blood markers over time, but does not test a new treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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