Spots Global Cancer Trial Database for Laser Therapy for the Prevention of Radiodermatitis in Head and Neck Patients
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Trial Identification
Brief Title: Laser Therapy for the Prevention of Radiodermatitis in Head and Neck Patients
Official Title: Low-level Laser Therapy as a Tool for the Prevention of Radiodermatitis in Head and Neck Cancer Patients
Study ID: NCT02738268
Study Description
Brief Summary: Up to 90% of the radiotherapy patients will develop a certain degree of skin reaction at the treated area, also known as radiodermatitis (RD). Currently, there is a wide variety of strategies to manage RD, including creams, gels, ointments, wound dressings. However, up to now, there is still no comprehensive, evidence-based consensus for the treatment of RD. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a promising, non-invasive technique for treating RD. In a recent study conducted in our research group, LLLT prevented the aggravation of RD and provided symptomatic relief in patients undergoing radiotherapy for breast cancer after breast-sparing surgery. This was the first prospective study investigating the potential of LLLT for RD. In the current study, we want to investigate the efficacy of LLLT as a tool for the prevention of radiodermatitis in head and neck cancer patients.
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Eligibility
Minimum Age:
Eligible Ages: CHILD, ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: ALL
Healthy Volunteers: No
Locations
Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg, Genk, , Belgium
Jessa Ziekenhuis, Hasselt, , Belgium
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