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Multidimensional and Multimodal Profiling of Oropharyngeal Carcinoma
Led by Stanford University · Updated on 2026-04-13
1000
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
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Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying the natural progression of oropharyngeal carcinoma (OPC), including cases linked to the human papilloma virus (HPV). The study aims to gather detailed information about the disease by collecting biological samples from patients diagnosed with OPC or related cancers that may originate in the oropharynx. Participants will have blood samples collected before starting treatment and at six additional times afterward. Tumor samples will also be collected on the first day of treatment. The study is observational, meaning it does not involve any experimental treatments but focuses on understanding the disease through sample collection. During the study, participants will provide blood samples prior to treatment and for up to 36 months following surgery. Researchers will analyze these samples to better understand OPC and HPV-related cancers. Participants' involvement includes regular sample collections and medical evaluations, with careful monitoring throughout the study period, which spans multiple years.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Multidimensional and Multimodal Profiling of Oropharyngeal Carcinoma
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients diagnosed with oropharyngeal carcinoma or patients with cancer of the unknown primary that is HPV associated, or possibly deemed to be originating from the oropharynx.
You will not qualify if you...
- Not willing to sign consent
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 36 months
Participants provide tumor and other samples before starting treatment and up to 36 months after surgery.
1 visit prior to treatment and periodic visits up to 36 months post-operative
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Stanford University
Palo Alto, California, United States, 94305
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Research Team
N
Nikita Bedi
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
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Allocation
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
0
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