Imaging blood flow during rectal cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study uses a special camera to look at blood flow in the rectum during rectal cancer surgery. It aims to help surgeons see how well blood is reaching the remaining tissue, potentially improving surgical outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have rectal cancer.
- Your planned surgery is either partial or total mesorectal excision (removal of the rectum and surrounding tissue).
- You are able to give informed consent (agree to participate after understanding the study).
- You are not allergic to iodine.
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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