Using dye to find lymph nodes during esophagus cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests if a special dye called indocyanine green can help surgeons find sentinel lymph nodes during surgery for esophageal cancer. It may help doctors know which lymph nodes to remove for better staging.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
- You have received chemoradiation before surgery.
- You are scheduled to have your esophagus removed with a minimally invasive (endoscopic) technique.
- Your heart, lung, liver, and kidney function are good enough for surgery.
- You understand the study and agree to join.
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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