Comparing two ways to remove stomach GIST tumors with an endoscope
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two endoscopic techniques (EFTR and STER) for removing small to medium-sized GIST tumors from the stomach wall. It aims to see which method is safer and more effective.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You have a GIST tumor in your stomach that is between 1 cm and 3.5 cm in size
- The tumor is growing from the muscle layer of your stomach wall
- The tumor does not look high risk on scans (e.g., no irregular edges or invasion into nearby organs)
- You have not had prior stomach or esophagus surgery
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or on blood thinners or two antiplatelet drugs
Quick eligibility check
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