Comparing two drainage methods for gallbladder infection
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares two minimally invasive ways to drain an infected gallbladder in people who are too sick for surgery. It aims to find which method works better and improves quality of life.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a confirmed infection of the gallbladder (cholecystitis).
- Your doctor says you are not healthy enough for surgery to remove the gallbladder.
- You need drainage of the gallbladder and both drainage methods are possible for you.
- You can give permission to take part in the study (or someone can do it for you).
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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