Dental Health Assessment for Esophageal Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The researchers are doing this study to find out more about what may lead to the loss of tooth enamel (the thin outer covering of the tooth) and how often it happens in people with esophagogastric cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, head and neck cancer, or non-small cell lung cancer, or a healthy volunteer.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What safety data exists for intraoral cameras used in dental health assessments?
The provided research does not directly address safety data for intraoral cameras. However, it discusses their increasing use in dentistry, their role in remote risk assessment and monitoring of oral lesions, and their application in clinical photography. The studies focus on image quality, ease of use, and recommendations for effective use, but do not specifically mention safety concerns or data.12345
Is the treatment in the trial 'Dental Health Assessment for Esophageal Cancer' a promising treatment?
What data supports the idea that Dental Health Assessment for Esophageal Cancer is an effective treatment?
The available research does not provide specific data supporting the effectiveness of Dental Health Assessment for Esophageal Cancer. Instead, it focuses on other treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. These treatments, especially when combined, have shown some improvement in survival rates and resectability of tumors. However, there is no mention of Dental Health Assessment being used or evaluated for esophageal cancer in the provided research.1011121314
Who Is on the Research Team?
Steven Maron, MD
Principal Investigator
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This study is for adults over 18 with esophagogastric cancer who can understand English or have translation services. They should be able to complete a survey and allow photos of their teeth, but those without teeth or major dental work on molars that affects enamel assessment cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Dental Imaging and Survey
Participants complete a survey and undergo dental imaging; optional saliva sample collection for esophagogastric cancer patients
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for the incidence of dental erosions over a year
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Intra-oral camera
- MouthWatch intra-oral camera
- Survey
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor