MRI tailors radiation to throat cancer, aims to spare swallowing

NCT ID NCT03224000

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study tests whether using MRI scans to plan radiation doses can control HPV-positive throat cancer as well as standard treatment, while reducing severe swallowing side effects. About 90 adults with early-stage cancer will receive radiation doses adjusted based on MRI images. The goal is to maintain cancer control and improve quality of life.

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Locations

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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