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Head and Neck Cancer Clinical Trial in Baltimore, MD

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

Sponsored by Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins

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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 Baltimore

    Convenient for MD 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 Baltimore site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Head and Neck Cancer Study in Baltimore

This research is being done to collect and store biological specimens (biospecimens) from people with cancer, regardless of tumor type, who are receiving treatments known or thought to have an effect on the immune system. The goal of this discovery and exploratory study is to: * Understand changes in the immune system associated with various cancer treatments, in order to better design new therapies or tests to predict how these treatments might work. * Identify risk factors for those who go on to develop side effects from immunotherapy. * Identify the molecular features associated with response and resistance to cancer therapies and immunotherapy using integrative genomic and immune repertoire characterization. * Capture and characterize systemic tumor burden by minimally invasive analyses of circulating tumor DNA. Participants may be asked to: * Donate samples of tumor, blood, lymph nodes, white blood cells, mouth cells (buccal smears) scraped from the inside of participant's cheek, urine, saliva, or other tissue samples. * Complete questionnaires about immunotherapy side effects at baseline and with follow-up appointments. * Undergo knee x-rays. * Allow the use of demographic and clinical information.

Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Subjects with a pathologically confirmed or clinically suspected upper aerodigestive malignancy who may be candidates for known or potentially immunomodulating treatments
Ability to understand and willingness to sign a written informed consent document

Exclusion Criteria

Patients with known significant contraindications for venipuncture (e.g., hemoglobin \<8.5 g/dL) will be excluded from the blood collection component of the study
Patients with known significant contraindications for biopsy (e.g., severe bleeding diathesis) will be excluded from the tissue biopsy component of the study
Patients with known significant contraindications for bronchoscopy (e.g., airway concerns, significant cardiac disease) will be excluded from the bronchoscopy component of the study
Unable or unwilling to read English and complete forms/questionnaires

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 Baltimore?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05995821) has an active research site in Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD

If you're searching for head and neck cancer treatment options in Baltimore, MD, this clinical trial (NCT05995821) 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 Baltimore 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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