Glow-in-the-dark dye helps surgeons see hidden cancer during head and neck operations

NCT ID NCT04842162

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests whether a near-infrared camera and a dye called indocyanine green can help surgeons spot tiny bits of cancer left behind during head and neck cancer surgery. About 65 adults with mouth or throat cancer will receive the dye before surgery, and the camera will scan the surgical area in real time. The goal is to see if this technique can detect leftover cancer cells that are invisible to the naked eye, so doctors can remove them right away and avoid a second surgery.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Gustave Roussy

    RECRUITING

    Villejuif, Val De Marne, 94800, France

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  • Institut Jules Bordet

    RECRUITING

    Anderlecht, 1070, Belgium

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