Green dye to improve healing after esophageal cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a green dye called indocyanine green during minimally invasive esophageal cancer surgery can help the surgeon see blood flow better and improve the healing of the new connection between the esophagus and stomach. It may reduce the risk of leaks after surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 80 years old.
- You need a confirmed diagnosis of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (a specific type of esophageal cancer) that is at a stage where surgery is still possible.
- You must not be allergic to indocyanine green (a dye used during the procedure) or iodine.
- You cannot have had prior surgery on your esophagus or stomach that would change your anatomy.
- Your tumor should not be located in the upper part of the esophagus near the neck or throat.
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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