A decision aid for choosing care after a cancerous colon polyp
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a decision aid tool that helps patients like you choose between follow-up options after a cancerous polyp is removed. It aims to support you in making a treatment choice that fits your situation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had a malignant (cancerous) polyp removed during a colonoscopy or similar procedure.
- A CT scan (and MRI if the polyp was in the rectum) shows the cancer has not spread to lymph nodes or other organs (N0, M0).
- The polyp was completely removed with no remaining tumor left in place.
- You are able to give informed consent and are well enough to consider surgery 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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