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Head and Neck Cancer Clinical Trial in Meridian, ID

Access cutting-edge head and neck cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Meridian. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related head and neck cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Meridian

    Convenient for ID residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Meridian site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Head and Neck Cancer Study in Meridian

This phase III trial compares pembrolizumab with radiation therapy to pembrolizumab without radiation therapy (standard therapy) given after pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy for the treatment of patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck that has spread from where it first started (primary site) to other places in the body (metastatic). Pembrolizumab is a type of immunotherapy that stimulates the body's immune system to fight cancer cells. Pembrolizumab targets and blocks a protei

Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

STEP 1 REGISTRATION:
Patient must be \>= 18 years of age
Patient must have biopsy-proven metastatic squamous cell carcinoma, originating in the oral cavity, larynx, oropharynx, or hypopharynx, with active disease present in both the head and neck and distant sites
NOTE: The tumor from an oropharynx primary site must have known p16 status; p16 positive cancer of unknown primary is allowed as well, provided the disease presentation in consistent with a head and neck primary
Patient can have prior surgical resection of a primary cancer in the head and neck at any previous time, however, residual/recurrent disease in the head and neck must be present on baseline imaging
Any effects from prior cancer therapy for other diseases must be fully resolved and not pose a problem for giving the treatment on this trial
Patient must have 4 or fewer metastatic sites prior to starting any treatment, with thoracic nodal disease considered a single site if encompassa

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Meridian?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05721755) has an active research site in Meridian, ID that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Options in Meridian, ID

If you're searching for head and neck cancer treatment options in Meridian, ID, this clinical trial (NCT05721755) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Meridian research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced head and neck cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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