Surgery for small tumors at the food pipe opening
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new surgical approach combining laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery with endoscopy (a camera procedure) to remove small tumors located where the esophagus meets the stomach. The goal is to safely remove these tumors while preserving normal function.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–80 years old
- Tumor confirmed by endoscopy, CT scan, or ultrasound imaging
- Tumor size between 1–5 cm
- Tumor location within 2 cm of the esophagus-stomach junction
- Good overall health (able to tolerate surgery and anesthesia)
- No previous upper belly surgery or radiation therapy
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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