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Compares treatment options for Biliary Obstruction
Official title Safety and Efficacy of Mechanical Versus Electrocautery Dilator for EUS-guided Biliary Drainage (MED-BD)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06620328
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to investigate the likelihood of post-dilation bleeding using mechanical or electrocautery dilation. We hypothesized that the risk of bleeding is lower in the mechanical group.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Failed ERCP
- The papilla is inaccessible owing to a surgically altered anatomy or gastric outlet obstruction
- Contraindications for PTCD such as ascites and possibility of self-tube removal
You likely can't join if
- Patients younger than 18 years old
- Cancer infiltration of the gastric/duodenal wall within the planned puncture route
- Patients with uncorrectable coagulopathy
- Patients with unmanageable ascites
- Patients with serious comorbidities that prohibited endoscopic management
- Patients with pregnancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Failed ERCP
- The papilla is inaccessible owing to a surgically altered anatomy or gastric outlet obstruction
- Contraindications for PTCD such as ascites and possibility of self-tube removal
- Patients younger than 18 years old
- Cancer infiltration of the gastric/duodenal wall within the planned puncture route
- Patients with uncorrectable coagulopathy
- Patients with unmanageable ascites
- Patients with serious comorbidities that prohibited endoscopic management
- Patients with pregnancy
- Patients who cannot or refuse to provide informed consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Taipei, Taiwan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Taipei, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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