Effectiveness of Intraoperative Neuromonitoring of External Branch of Superior Laryngeal Nerve in… (NCT06002984) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effectiveness of Intraoperative Neuromonitoring of External Branch of Superior Laryngeal Nerve in Thyroid Surgery
South Korea94 participantsStarted 2023-11-24
Plain-language summary
The frequent occurrence of impaired function in the external branch of the superior laryngeal nerves following thyroid surgery is recognized as a prevalent complication leading to a diminished quality of life. The objective of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) is to assess the efficacy of neuromonitoring during thyroid surgery in order to safeguard the integrity of these nerves.
Who can participate
Age range
19 Years – 79 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients who are scheduled to undergo thyroid surgery
* Patients who understand and agree to take part in this study
Exclusion Criteria:
* If the thyroid tumor is suspected to invade adjacent organs (esophagus, trachea, carotid artery, jugular vein etc.)
* Patients who are required with lateral compartment neck dissection
* Patients with recurrent thyroid cancer
* Patients with palsy of recurrent laryngeal nerve or superior laryngeal nerve external branch in the past or present
* Patients with a history of vocal cord and larynx disease
* History of hyperthyroidism (e.g., Graves' disease)
* Taking anticoagulants (aspirin, warfarin, etc.) before surgery
* Disorders of coagulation
* In the case of women, pregnant women and breastfeeding patients
* Patients judged inappropriate by clinical trial researcher
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.