Testing bile DNA to diagnose unclear bile duct strictures
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial looks at whether DNA fragments in bile can help doctors tell if a bile duct stricture is cancerous or not. It may provide a less invasive way to get a clear diagnosis.
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Who can take part
- You have a bile duct stricture that doctors are not sure about
- You are scheduled for an ERCP procedure to look at your bile ducts
- You do not have other serious medical conditions that would make the procedure risky
- You are expected to live at least one year from now
- You are able to return for follow-up visits
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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