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Glow-in-the-dark dye could help surgeons spot hidden cancer during head and neck surgery

NCT ID NCT07149207

Diagnosis Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a dye called ICG can help surgeons see tumor tissue more clearly during head and neck cancer surgery. About 30 adults with squamous cell carcinoma who are at risk of recurrence will receive the dye before surgery, and doctors will use a special camera to look for glowing tissue. The goal is to improve how well surgeons can tell cancer from healthy tissue, which may lead to more complete tumor removal. Participation lasts about 6 weeks.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 2

Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.

Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2026

Expected to finish

Apr 2029

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adult subjects at least 18 years of age. 2. Subjects presenting with squamous cell carcinoma of mucosal origin and are at risk for recurrence. 3. Good operative candidate as determined by the treating physician and/or multidisciplinary team. 4. Subject capable of giving informed consent and participating in the process of consent. 5. A WOCBP must be willing and able to use highly effective contraception from the time of informed consent throughout the study period. Acceptable forms of birth control include hormonal contraceptives (such as birth control pills, skin patch, vaginal ring, injection, and/or implant), intrauterine devices (IUDs), and barrier devices (such as condoms, diaphragm, cervical cap, and sponge). Exclusion Criteria: 1. Pregnant or breastfeeding, or expecting to conceive within the projected duration of the study. 2. A WOCBP who has had a positive urine or serum pregnancy test at the time of screening unless: 1. they are menopausal defined by not having a menstrual cycle within the last 12 consecutive months or 2. they have had a hysterectomy. 3. Known allergy to iodides or shellfish. 4. Inadequate organ function at time of screening as defined below: a. Hepatic 1. Total bilirubin \>2 x Institutional Upper Limit of Normal (IULN). Participants with a history of Gilbert's disease must have total bilirubin \<3mg/dL. 2. AST (SGOT) and ALT (SPGT) \>3 x IULN. 5. Currently incarcerated individuals

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Head and Neck Neoplasms head and neck squamous cell carcinoma Margins of Excision neoplasm squamous cell carcinoma Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Head and Neck

As listed by the trial registrant

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Margin assessment Squamous cell carcinoma head and neck cancer (HNSCC)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medical University of South Carolina Hollings Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States

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