Transanal or laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgical approaches to remove rectal cancer tissue while aiming to preserve cure chances. It may help you see which approach fits your tumor location and health situation best.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have confirmed rectal cancer (rectal adenocarcinoma) based on biopsy results
- Your tumor is in the rectum below the peritoneal lining level and is suitable for curative (curing) surgery
- There is no spread of cancer to distant organs (no distant metastases)
- Your cancer stage before treatment is within stage III
- You can safely receive general anesthesia and laparoscopy (no major anesthesia or laparoscopic surgery contraindications)
- You have no past or current other invasive cancers in the last 5 years
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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