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Head and Neck Cancer Clinical Trial in Guilford, CT

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

Sponsored by Yale University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Guilford

    Convenient for CT 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.

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

About This Head and Neck Cancer Study in Guilford

This study will examine whether cutaneous reconstruction with RECELL® atop de-epithelialized tissue provides better skin color matching than standard grafting methods. The goal is to compare color match, healing, and patient satisfaction across three reconstruction techniques. Color matching will be assessed using colorimeter-based ΔE00 measurements at set postoperative intervals. All patients will receive the same intervention.

Sponsor: Yale University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Ability to understand and respond to patient-reported outcome measures in English
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Subjects aged ≥18 may be included, provided they or their legal guardian are able to provide informed consent or assent in accordance with institutional policies
Is deemed a suitable candidate for head and neck reconstructive surgery, the basis of which will be determined by the surgeon performing the procedure as well as pre-operative assessment by the anesthesiology team
Possessing a cutaneous defect of a size, location, and depth deemed appropriate for either split-thickness skin grafting or de-epithelialized tissue reconstruction, as assessed preoperatively and/or intraoperatively by the surgical team
Reconstruction must occur within a clinically appropriate window following defect creation (e.g., immediate or delayed reconstruction within 14 days), depending on institutional protocol and wound status
Ability to adhere to post-operative discharge wound care instructions
Subjects must have reliable means of attending scheduled follow-up visits for outcome assessments (in person or via telemedicine if permitted)
Willingness to allow standardized clinical photographs of the surgical site to be taken and used for outcome analysis and potential publication

Exclusion Criteria

Member of one or more of the following vulnerable populations:
Children/under the age of 18: Aesthetic outcomes and satisfaction measures, such as those used in this study (e.g., FACE-Q), are not validated in children and may not yield reliable or interpretable results.
Pregnant/lactating individuals: Pregnant and lactating individuals are excluded due to the lack of safety data on RECELL® administration during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Incarcerated individuals: The ability to provide fully voluntary and uncoerced consent may be compromised in correctional settings. Furthermore, consistent post-operative follow-up and outcome assessments, critical to the integrity of the study, may not be feasible due to restrictions on transportation, communication, and continuity of care.
Cognitively impaired individuals: Cognitively impaired individuals are excluded because they may lack the capacity to provide fully informed consent. Given that study participation involves outcome assessments (e.g., satisfaction surveys), full comprehension and participation are essential, and surrogate consent is not appropriate for this study.
Inability to tolerate general anesthesia, or any other circumstance that would render the subject unable to undergo surgical repair of their cutaneous defect
Known allergy or hypersensitivity to porcine-derived products or trypsin, which is used in the enzymatic preparation of the RECELL® autologous skin cell suspension
Subjects with known severe immunosuppression, poorly controlled diabetes, or other systemic conditions that could impair wound healing or increase infection risk

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 Guilford?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07431099) has an active research site in Guilford, CT 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 Guilford, CT

If you're searching for head and neck cancer treatment options in Guilford, CT, this clinical trial (NCT07431099) 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 Guilford 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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