Mapping lymph node spread in resectable esophageal cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at how esophageal (or esophagus-stomach junction) cancer spreads to nearby lymph nodes. Results may help doctors understand where cancer cells are likely to be, potentially improving future surgery planning.
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Who can take part
- You have a confirmed type of esophageal or esophago-gastric junction cancer (squamous cell or adenocarcinoma)
- Your cancer appears removable with surgery (no distant spread to other organs)
- Your scan/staging suggests you may have lymph node involvement (N0 to N3) but no metastasis (M0)
- Your overall health is good enough for major chest surgery (ASA 1 to 3)
- You are planned to have a transthoracic esophagectomy (esophagus removal through the chest)
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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