New study tracks hidden struggles of rare head and neck cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT05733091

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study follows 300 people treated for sinonasal, nasopharyngeal, or skull base tumors to track their symptoms and functional changes over time. Participants will complete symptom questionnaires and undergo standard tests like hearing, eye, and speech exams. The goal is to learn how treatment affects daily life, so doctors can better support future patients.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help doctors better understand and manage long-term symptoms and side effects for people treated for these rare head and neck tumors.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not testing a new treatment. It will not directly improve outcomes for participants, and results may take years to influence care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

malignant tumor of nasopharynx nasal cavity and paranasal sinus carcinoma nasopharyngeal neoplasm neoplasm paranasal sinus neoplasm skull base neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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