Preserving blood supply during colon or rectal surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a technique during colon or rectal surgery to preserve a specific blood vessel (the left colic artery) that helps keep the remaining colon healthy. It is for people with left colon, rectal, or ovarian cancer who are scheduled for surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You have left colon, rectal, or ovarian cancer and will have surgery to remove part of your colon or rectum.
- You are in good general health (able to do daily activities).
- You are not allergic to a dye called indocyanine green and do not have severe kidney or thyroid problems.
- You have not had abdominal vascular surgery in the past.
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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