Thyroid cancer

This trial tests an experimental drug called SNS-101, which targets a protein called VISTA that may help tumors evade the immune system. Researchers give SNS-101 alone or with another immunotherapy, cemiplimab, to adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to stand…

This trial tests a new way to personalize the dose of levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone medication, for people who have had surgery for thyroid cancer. Using mathematical and statistical models, the approach aims to predict the best dose for each individual, potentially reducing s…

This phase II study tests the targeted therapy regorafenib (Stivarga) in 8 people with metastatic medullary thyroid cancer that has progressed after prior treatment. The drug aims to block cancer growth by targeting specific proteins. Researchers are measuring how long participan…

This phase II trial is testing an oral drug called RAD001 (everolimus) in people with advanced thyroid cancer that no longer responds to radioactive iodine treatment. The drug works by blocking a key growth pathway (mTOR) in cancer cells. The study aims to see if RAD001 can slow …

This trial compares a new robotic surgery that removes the thyroid through the mouth (transoral vestibular approach) to the standard open surgery with a neck incision. The study includes 430 adults aged 18–65 with papillary thyroid cancer. The goal is to see if the robotic method…

This study tests whether a secure website with educational sessions, goal-setting, and tracking tools can help survivors of several cancers (including breast, prostate, colorectal, and others) improve their diet, increase physical activity, and manage weight. Participants are age…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called KVA12123, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety…

This early-phase study tested a new radioactive drug called 177Lu-CTR-FAPI in 12 people with advanced solid tumors (breast cancer, sarcoma, or thyroid cancer) that had spread and no longer responded to standard treatments. The main goals were to see if the drug is safe and how it…

This study looked at whether playing active video games (exergaming) and following a Mediterranean diet could help people who had their thyroid removed due to cancer. 80 adults were split into four groups: one did exergaming, one followed the diet, one did both, and one had no ex…

This early-phase study tested a combination of two experimental drugs (BGB-283 and PD-0325901) in 91 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and see if the drugs could shrink tumors. The trial is no…

This study tested two daily doses (150mg vs 300mg) of the drug vandetanib in 81 adults with advanced medullary thyroid cancer that had spread or caused symptoms. The goal was to see which dose better shrinks tumors and how side effects compare. Patients took the drug for up to 24…

This phase 3 trial tested a daily oral drug called vandetanib (ZD6474) against a placebo in 331 people with advanced medullary thyroid cancer that could not be removed by surgery. The main goal was to see if the drug could delay tumor growth. Researchers also measured how many pa…

This early-phase trial tested two drugs, vemurafenib and copanlisib, in 8 people with advanced BRAF-mutant thyroid cancers that had stopped responding to radioiodine therapy. The goal was to see if the combination could make tumors sensitive to radioiodine again and to find the s…

This study evaluates Thyroscan, a genomic test that analyzes genetic material from thyroid nodule samples, to see if it can accurately distinguish benign from malignant nodules. The trial involves 250 adults with suspicious thyroid nodules who are scheduled for surgery or have st…

This study tested an artificial intelligence (AI) system called Vision-LSTM to see if it could accurately diagnose a specific type of thyroid nodule (TI-RADS 4b) from ultrasound images. Researchers used images from 401 patients and compared the AI's performance to that of junior …

This trial is testing whether an AI-assisted ultrasound system can help surgeons plan thyroid cancer surgery. People scheduled for thyroid surgery will receive a standard ultrasound followed by an AI-assisted repeat exam. The AI identifies and scores thyroid nodules, and the stud…

This study tests whether giving dexmedetomidine—either as a nasal spray or through an IV—before thyroid surgery can improve sleep quality afterward. 120 adults undergoing thyroid removal will be randomly assigned to one of two drug groups or a placebo. The goal is to see if this …

This study tests whether a mushroom supplement called Ganoderma lucidum spore powder can reduce depression in women who have had thyroid cancer surgery. Three hundred participants will take either the supplement or a placebo daily for three months. Researchers will measure change…

This trial tests whether sucking lemon candy and using honey mouthwash can reduce salivary gland damage caused by radioiodine therapy for thyroid cancer. About 120 adults who have had their thyroid removed and are about to receive radioiodine will be randomly assigned to the cand…

This study investigates whether a 12-week program of tai chi and qigong (called Body Mind Training) can reduce fatigue in male cancer survivors aged 55 and older. Participants are randomly assigned to the mind-body training, a light exercise-only group, or a usual-care group. Res…

This study tested whether a simple relaxation exercise, called progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), could help reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with thyroid cancer. Thirty-two patients undergoing chemotherapy were randomly assigned to do either PMR plus gentle st…

This study compared two types of thyroid surgery: one using a microscope and the standard approach. Researchers looked at blood loss, nerve damage, and low calcium levels after surgery in 74 patients with thyroid cancer or other thyroid conditions. The goal was to see if the micr…

This study tested whether adding dexmedetomidine to a standard nerve block (superficial cervical plexus block) improves pain control after thyroid surgery. Fifty-eight adults undergoing thyroid surgery were randomly assigned to receive the nerve block with or without dexmedetomid…

This study tested a new ultrasonic surgical system designed to cut and seal tissue during thyroid cancer surgery. Researchers compared its performance and safety to standard methods in 136 patients. The goal was to see if the new tool works just as well for helping surgeons remov…

This study tested whether applying oxidized regenerated cellulose and hyaluronic acid during thyroid surgery can prevent painful adhesions that often form after the procedure. 45 adults with benign goiter or thyroid cancer were enrolled. The goal was to see if these barriers redu…

This study tested whether using a virtual reality headset with relaxing hypnosis techniques could lower stress in people about to have their thyroid removed. Eighty-two adults used the headset for 30 minutes before and after surgery. Researchers measured anxiety levels to see if …

This study examines whether patients who have a thyroid nodule found on a PET scan can safely skip a follow-up ultrasound without affecting their survival. Researchers will compare death rates over 7 years between those who had an ultrasound within 3 months and those who did not.…

This study investigates whether certain DNA variants make people more likely to develop thyroid cancer after receiving radiation therapy as a child. Researchers will compare the genetic profiles of about 30 people who developed thyroid cancer and 30 who did not, all of whom were …

This completed study from the University of Pisa looked at how the thyroid cancer drug selpercatinib affects body composition. Fifteen adults on the drug had their lean mass and energy expenditure measured. The goal was simply to observe and gather data, not to test a new treatme…

This pilot study tested a tool called CQUPLE, designed to help patients with low-risk thyroid cancer understand their treatment options and avoid overtreatment. Fifty patients were split into two groups: one received the CQUPLE decision aid and question list, while the other got …

This completed trial tested an interactive survivorship program for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors. The program included a mobile app, telehealth support, and printed materials to help survivors access healthcare resources, improve self-management skills, and reduce …

This study looked at how changing the head position during thyroid surgery affects the optic nerve sheath diameter, which can indicate pressure inside the skull. Researchers measured this with ultrasound in 49 patients before and after positioning. They also tracked headache seve…

This study tested a digital conversation aid to help patients and doctors make shared decisions about thyroid biopsy. Researchers enrolled 107 adults with thyroid nodules to see if using the tool during clinic visits was practical. The goal was to gather information for planning …

This study tested a special radioactive substance called 124-Iodine to see how much radiation each thyroid cancer spot in the body receives. The goal was to help doctors decide the right dose of standard treatment (131-Iodine) and avoid giving unnecessary radiation to patients wh…

This study looked at 314 patients with small, early-stage papillary thyroid cancer who had surgery to remove half of the thyroid. During the operation, doctors checked nearby lymph nodes for hidden cancer spread. If cancer was found, the rest of the thyroid was removed in the sam…