Plastic versus metal stent for draining pancreatic pseudocysts
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of stents (small tubes) used to drain fluid from pancreatic pseudocysts. The goal is to see which stent type works better and has fewer complications.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have a pancreatic pseudocyst (a fluid-filled sac in the pancreas) that is at least 5 cm (about 2 inches) across.
- The pseudocyst must be causing symptoms like pain, infection, or jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes).
- You must not already have a stent in the pseudocyst.
- You must not have bleeding problems or be on blood thinners that can't be paused.
- You must be able to have an endoscopic procedure (a tube down the throat to look inside).
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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