New combo therapy aims to cut side effects in head and neck cancer
NCT ID NCT01612351
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a three-step treatment for head and neck cancer that uses chemotherapy before surgery, then adjusts further treatment based on risk. The goal was to see if this personalized approach could reduce side effects while still controlling the cancer. 40 adults with a specific type of head and neck cancer took part.
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States