Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help surgeons spot hidden cancer cells

NCT ID NCT07460765

First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This early-phase trial tests whether a fluorescent dye attached to an immunotherapy drug can help surgeons see head and neck cancer cells during surgery. About 40 adults with head and neck cancer will receive the dye before their standard surgery. The main goal is to check if the dye is safe and can make cancer cells glow, which might help surgeons remove more of the tumor.

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Study contacts

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  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States

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