Monitoring blood flow during esophageal cancer surgery
This trial studies how your heart and blood flow react during surgery to remove your esophagus. It aims to help doctors keep your blood pressure and circulation stable during the operation, which could lead to a safer recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 years or older).
- You are scheduled for surgery to remove your esophagus (esophagectomy) through either small cuts (thoracoscopic) or a chest incision (thoracotomy).
- You do not take blood thinners and your blood clotting is normal.
- You are not allergic to local anesthetics, and there is no sign of infection where the anesthesia will be given.
- You do not have a severe spine curvature (scoliosis), an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation), or severe kidney disease.
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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