Test of different lymph node surgery for left colon cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares two types of lymph node removal during surgery for left-sided colon cancer. It aims to see which surgical approach may work better while ensuring you can still safely complete chemotherapy.
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Who can take part
- You agree to join the study
- You have colon cancer of the type adenocarcinoma
- Your tumor is on the left side of the colon, between the splenic flexure and the rectosigmoid area
- Your cancer stage is advanced but not spread to distant organs (cM0)
- You can tolerate chemotherapy and you are generally healthy enough for surgery (ASA 1–3)
- You have not had chemotherapy or radiation before
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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