New drug combo shows promise for tough head and neck cancers

NCT ID NCT02308072

First seen May 24, 2026 ยท Last updated May 24, 2026

Summary

This early-stage trial tested adding the drug olaparib to standard chemotherapy and radiation for people with high-risk head and neck cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well patients tolerated the combination. Sixteen adults with advanced disease took part, and researchers monitored side effects closely.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

    London, United Kingdom

  • University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

    London, United Kingdom

  • Velindre Cancer Centre

    Wales, CF14 2TL, United Kingdom

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