Predicting outcomes for head and neck cancer patients after radiotherapy
Official title: Outcome Prediction in Head&Neck Cancer Patients After Radiotherapy Using Multi-parameter Modelling: Disease Control, Toxicity and Quality of Life
Run by Maastricht Radiation Oncology · NCT01985984 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new follow-up program for head and neck cancer patients to see if it can reduce side effects from radiation while still being effective in treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Maastricht Radiation Oncology Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Maastricht) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 2012 |
| Main results expected | January 2030 |
| Study ends | January 2030 |
| Registry record updated | October 9, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT01985984 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients planned for curatively intended primary or postoperative radiotherapy for head and neck cancer.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are planned for palliative radiotherapy 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 study aims to improve the quality of radiotherapy for head and neck cancer patients by implementing a Standard Follow-up Program (SFP) that reduces radiation-induced side effects while maintaining treatment efficacy. It focuses on developing accurate outcome prediction models that consider various clinical factors, genomic analyses, and treatment-related parameters. By systematically evaluating the effects of new radiation technologies, the study seeks to enhance personalized medicine approaches for patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment outcomes and quality of life for head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in using predictive models for cancer treatment outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: All patients planned for curatively intended primary or postoperative radiotherapy Exclusion Criteria: All patients planned for palliative radiotherapy
Where it's running
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Maastro Clinic
Maastricht, Netherlands Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: F Hoebers, MD, PhD — Maastro Clinic, The Netherlands
- Study coordinator: F Hoebers, MD, PhD
- Email: frank.hoebers@maastro.nl
- Phone: +31884455600
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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.