Gallbladder drainage: tube or scope?
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two minimally invasive ways to drain an infected gallbladder when you are too sick or not a candidate for surgery. It will help determine which approach works better and has fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You have a confirmed infected gallbladder (acute cholecystitis).
- You are 18 years or older.
- You cannot have surgery due to severe illness or you choose not to have surgery.
- You are able to undergo either a tube drain through the skin or a drain placed through an endoscope (tube down the throat).
- You are not pregnant and agree to follow-up visits.
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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