No Nasogastric Tube After Minimally Invasive Whipple Surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares skipping the routine nasogastric tube (a tube through the nose into the stomach) after a minimally invasive Whipple surgical procedure. Researchers want to see if avoiding the tube helps patients recover more comfortably without increasing complications.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You are scheduled for a minimally invasive Whipple surgery (MIPD) that aims to cure your cancer.
- You have not had past surgeries on your esophagus, stomach, or the back of your nose/mouth.
- You do not have a blockage in your stomach or intestines.
- You have not had chemotherapy or radiation therapy before this surgery.
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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