Can MRI predict surgical fitness instead of exercise testing?
This study looks at whether an MRI scan can replace an exercise test (CPET) to predict how well you will recover after cancer surgery. It is for people with esophageal, stomach, or pancreatic cancer who are already being considered for surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with esophageal, stomach, or pancreatic cancer.
- You are being considered for an exercise test (CPET) to assess your fitness for surgery.
- You are 18 years or older and a patient at University Hospitals of North Midlands.
- You do not have diabetes or any metal implants (like a knee replacement) that would make an MRI unsafe.
- You are not claustrophobic and can communicate in English.
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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