Relieving jaundice before surgery for pancreatic or bile duct cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways of relieving jaundice before surgery for patients with a blocked bile duct due to cancer. The goal is to see which method leads to better outcomes and fewer complications during surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have jaundice caused by a tumor blocking the bile duct, usually from a tumor in the pancreas head or the area near it.
- Your bilirubin level (a blood test measure of jaundice) is 40 μmol/L or higher.
- You have not had any prior treatment for this cancer before surgery (like chemotherapy).
- You are not pregnant and do not have another active cancer.
Quick eligibility check
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