Stones treatment comparison for chronic pancreas pain
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to break and remove pancreatic duct stones in people with long-term pancreas pain caused by calcified stones. It looks to see which approach helps reduce pain more effectively and safely.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 89 years old
- You have ongoing belly (abdominal) pain from chronic calcific pancreatitis and pancreatic duct stones confirmed on imaging or scope tests
- Your main pancreatic duct has stones in the head or body (not only in the tail or side branches)
- Your stones are at least 5 mm, or the stone is stuck in the main duct
- If you had the same type of stone treatment (ESWL or pancreatoscopy-guided lithotripsy) in the last 12 months, you may not qualify
- You can safely undergo general anesthesia and related procedures (like placing a pancreatic duct stent if needed)
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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