Endoscopic surgery for stomach tumors growing outward
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a less invasive endoscopic procedure (done through a scope) is safe and works well for removing non-cancerous stomach tumors that grow outward from the stomach wall. It compares results from people who had this scope procedure with those who had traditional surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- A CT scan shows the tumor is growing on the outside wall of your stomach.
- An endoscopic ultrasound (a special scope with sound waves) confirms the tumor is beneath the stomach lining and growing outward.
- You have received treatment with endoscopic surgery (ESD or EFTR) or traditional surgery for this tumor.
- You do not have cancerous tumors in the stomach and have not had any previous stomach surgery.
- Your medical follow-up records are complete.
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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