Examining quality of life in thyroid cancer and tumours
Official title: Health Related Quality of Life in Thyroid Cancer Patients, and in Patients With Thyroid Nodules Suspicious of Cancer
Run by Oslo University Hospital · NCT03676348 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how surgery for thyroid cancer and tumors affects the quality of life for patients over time.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Oslo University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Oslo) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 25, 2018 |
| Main results expected | April 2023 |
| Study ends | April 2028 |
| Registry record updated | March 11, 2022 |
| Trial ID | NCT03676348 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults scheduled for hemi- or total thyroidectomy due to suspicious thyroid tumours.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who have had thyroid surgery within the last two years or those unable to complete the questionnaires will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the quality of life (QOL) in patients undergoing surgery for thyroid tumours and thyroid cancer. Participants will complete validated questionnaires before surgery and at 6 and 12 months post-surgery to evaluate how their QOL is affected by their diagnosis and the surgical intervention. The study will categorize participants into three groups based on their diagnosis: benign tumours, malignant tumours with radioiodine treatment, and malignant tumours without radioiodine treatment. Data will be collected from medical records at Oslo University Hospital to support the findings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the impact of thyroid cancer and its treatment on patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated that quality of life in thyroid cancer patients may be lower than expected, suggesting that this approach is relevant and necessary.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * planned hemi- or total thyroidectomy at the ENT-Department of Oslo University Hospital * tumour in the thyroid gland With fine needle aspiration results of Bethesda 3-6, or other clinical manifestations suspicious of cancer. * ability to understand and Complete the quesitionnaires * informed consent to participation Exclusion Criteria: * unable to Complete or understand the questionnaires * age below 18 years * thyroid surgery within the last 2 years * thyroid surgery on other indications than listed above * participants With postoperative external radiotherapy
Where it's running
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ENT department, Oslo University Hospital
Oslo, Norway Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Terje A Osnes, MD, PhD — Professor otorhinolaryngology, Rikshospitalet, Oslo University Hospital. Head of department, otorhinolaryngology - head and neck surgery, Rikshospitalet, Oslo University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Bianca MR Lorntzsen, MD
- Email: b.m.lorntzsen@medisin.uio.no
- Phone: +4790087002
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.