Using ultrasound to predict pancreas healing after Whipple surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses a special ultrasound technique (elastography) to measure how firm or soft the pancreas is before Whipple surgery. The goal is to see if this measurement can help predict complications like pancreatic leak after surgery, which could guide doctors in managing recovery better.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) for cancer in the pancreas, bile duct, or small intestine area.
- You have not had previous pancreatic surgery or a complete pancreas removal.
- You have not had chemotherapy or radiation before this surgery.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have chronic pancreatitis that would affect firmness readings.
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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