Tested microwave ablation to treat liver metastases from colon cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a specific heating treatment (microwave ablation) can completely destroy small colon cancer spots in the liver. It may help patients who have limited liver tumors and need a precise, minimally invasive option.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older and able to sign consent.
- Your colon cancer must be confirmed, and imaging must show it has spread to the liver.
- You can have up to 3 liver tumors, each 2.5 cm or smaller.
- Tumor targets must be reachable and safe to treat with microwave heating, and doctors must be able to cover them with a small safety buffer.
- You may also have limited spots in the lungs and/or lymph nodes (small size limits).
- You generally must be able to lie flat, receive anesthesia/pain medicine, and have blood counts that are adequate.
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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