New combo therapy shows promise for tough head and neck cancers
NCT ID NCT00494182
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a three-drug combination (sorafenib, carboplatin, and paclitaxel) in 48 people with head and neck cancer that has spread or returned. The goal is to see how well the treatment shrinks tumors and delays cancer growth. Participants must have a confirmed diagnosis and meet specific health criteria.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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