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X-Ray study tracks head movement during cancer radiation

NCT ID NCT05218824

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Sydney Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study collected X-ray images from 32 head and neck cancer patients during their radiation therapy sessions. The goal was to measure how much the head moves or changes shape between treatments. Researchers also used the images to create realistic artificial X-rays for future research. This is an observational study, not a test of a new treatment.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better account for patient movement during head and neck cancer radiotherapy, potentially making treatments more precise.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It does not test any new treatment or directly improve outcomes.

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Study facts

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Participants

32 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2022

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Participants undergoing radiation therapy at Blacktown Hospital for head and neck cancer using a thermoplastic immobilisation mask

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * A diagnosis of head and neck cancer (any stage) * Age 18 years or greater * Receiving radiation therapy to the head and neck with a thermoplastic immobilisation mask * An ECOG score in the range of 0 to 2 * Any other prior or concurrent therapy allowed Exclusion Criteria: * People with cognitive impairment which would preclude them from providing informed consent * People who are unable to speak and read English and for whom obtaining consent would be difficult.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer head and neck neoplasm Head and Neck Neoplasms radiation injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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Head and neck neoplasms Radiation therapy complication

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Blacktown Hospital

    Blacktown, New South Wales, 2148, Australia

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