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Compares treatment options for Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
Official title Proximal Versus Total Gastrectomy for Locally Advanced Siewert Type II-III Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07482566
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This multicenter prospective randomized clinical trial aims to compare the safety and oncological effectiveness of proximal gastrectomy and total gastrectomy in patients with locally advanced Siewert type II-III gastroesophageal junction cancer. Eligible patients will be randomly assigned to undergo either proximal gastrectomy or total gastrectomy using open, laparoscopic, or robotic surgical approaches according to clinical suitability.
- 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 to 90
You may be able to join if
- Age between 18 and 90 years
- Histologically confirmed locally advanced Siewert type II-III gastroesophageal junction cancer
- Considered operable after multidisciplinary tumor board evaluation
- Candidate for curative surgical resection with D2 lymphadenectomy
- Provision of written informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Early-stage gastroesophageal junction cancer
- Gastric cancers located in the antrum or corpus
- Severe anesthetic risk (American Society of Anesthesiologists [ASA] class IV or higher)
- Pregnancy
- Patients unwilling or unable to provide informed consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.