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OU Uncovers Cannabis Impact on Cancer Recovery!
The University of Oklahoma is taking a pioneering step in understanding how cannabis use might impact cancer recovery, particularly for patients undergoing surgery for head and neck cancers. Led by Dr. Lurdes Queimado and Dr. Mark Mims, the study is the first of its kind and is supported by the Presbyterian Health Foundation in Oklahoma City.
The research will follow 220 adult patients from the time of their surgery through six months of cancer recovery. These surgeries, which remove tumors and reconstruct affected areas, often affect critical functions like swallowing and breathing, making recovery a complex process.
What sets this study apart is its prospective design. Instead of reviewing old patient records, researchers will track patients in real time, collecting detailed data on their cannabis use.
Preliminary research by Dr. Queimado suggests that cannabis smoking could negatively affect wound healing. Early studies on non-cancer patients indicated increased inflammation and reduced immune system function — both potential obstacles in cancer recovery. However, the effects may vary depending on how cannabis is consumed, whether through smoking, vaping, or edibles.
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