Evaluating a new laser treatment for skin cancer in veterans
Safety Assessment of Laser Activated NanoTherapy (LANT) as a Potential Treatment for Veterans with Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinomas
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION · NIH-10975912
This study is testing a new treatment called Laser-Activated NanoTherapy for veterans with skin cancer, aiming to safely shrink tumors without surgery, especially for those who can't have traditional treatments.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Decatur, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10975912 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a novel treatment called Laser-Activated NanoTherapy (LANT) for veterans suffering from cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas (cSCC). The approach utilizes near-infrared lasers to activate gold nanoparticles, which generate heat to selectively destroy cancer cells. This method aims to provide an effective non-surgical option for patients who cannot undergo traditional surgical treatments due to various health conditions. The study will assess the safety and effectiveness of this therapy in achieving tumor regression and improving patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas who are seeking non-surgical treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients with cSCC who are eligible for surgical treatments or those with other types of skin cancers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer a new, effective treatment option for veterans with cSCC who are not candidates for surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary studies have shown promising results with similar nanoparticle-based therapies, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Decatur, UNITED STATES
- VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION — Decatur, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GREEN, HADIYAH-NICOLE — VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
- Study coordinator: GREEN, HADIYAH-NICOLE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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