Comparing Keyhole vs Open Pancreas Surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgical approaches for removing tumors in the head of the pancreas or nearby areas: 'keyhole' (laparoscopic) surgery versus traditional open surgery. The goal is to see if the keyhole method offers similar results with a faster recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a confirmed or suspected tumor in the pancreas, bile duct, or nearby area that can be removed by surgery.
- Your physical health is good enough for surgery (ECOG 0-2 and ASA I-III).
- You have not had major abdominal surgery on your pancreas before.
- You do not have an active infection, serious heart or lung problems, or cancer that has spread to other organs.
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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