Seaweed shield: spirulina derivative tested to prevent radiation burns in throat cancer patients
NCT ID NCT07324018
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tests whether a spirulina-based product can prevent severe esophagitis (throat inflammation) caused by radiation therapy in 70 esophageal cancer patients. Participants will receive either the spirulina derivative or a placebo during their radiation treatment. The goal is to reduce the number of patients who develop painful swallowing problems that require strong painkillers or a liquid diet.
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West China Hospital, Sichuan University
Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, China
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