Removing large rectal growths: scope versus minor surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two minimally invasive ways to remove large, flat growths from the lower rectum — one done through a scope and one through a small surgical tool. The goal is to see which method is safer and more effective at removing the growth completely.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a flat or wide (non-pedunculated) growth in the rectum larger than 2 cm.
- The growth is within 15 cm (about 6 inches) of the anal opening.
- Imaging (MRI, ultrasound, or CT) shows no spread to lymph nodes or other organs, and it is not a T2 tumor.
- You have not had a previous attempt to remove the growth endoscopically, and you have not had rectal surgery or pelvic radiation in the past.
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis).
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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