Prone position after major abdominal cancer surgery
Part of Digestive system, Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at whether placing you in a face-down (prone) position after major abdominal cancer surgery can improve recovery. You may be offered this positioning approach after your operation if it’s safe for you.
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Who can take part
- You are having major surgery on an abdominal cancer to try to cure it
- Your cancer type is esophagus, stomach, or pancreas
- You can understand Swedish (in speaking and in writing)
- Before surgery, you are able to safely lie in the face-down (prone) position
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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