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NCT05950438 Investigating Outcomes of Elective Robotic Transhiatal Esophagectomy

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NCT ID NCT05950438
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Northwestern University
Condition Esophagectomy
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 120 participants
Start Date 2023-07-11
Primary Completion 2028-05-25

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 89 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Esophagectomy

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 120 participants in total. It began in 2023-07-11 with a primary completion date of 2028-05-25.

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Brief Summary

The primary goal of this study is to collect short-term and long-term health outcomes of a robotic transhiatal esophagectomy procedure. Clinical (or health) outcomes measure the effect of the procedure on your overall health status. During this procedure, the surgeon will remove all or part of your esophagus. We want to identify patients who will have this procedure. We will look at data elements before, during, and after your procedure to understand the impact of this surgery on your post-operative clinical outcomes.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients (18 years or older) * Patients undergoing elective esophagectomy for any indication * Patients who have already had an elective esophagectomy for any indication * Patients with consent providing capacity Exclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing emergent esophagectomy * Adults unable to consent * Individuals who are not yet adults (infants, children, teenagers) * Pregnant women * Prisoners * Vulnerable Populations

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Ankit Bharat, MD

✉ ankit.bharat@northwestern.edu

📞 312-926-7628

Principal Investigator

Ankit Bharat, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Northwestern University

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05950438 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 89 Years, studying Esophagectomy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT05950438 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05950438 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ankit.bharat@northwestern.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05950438 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Chicago, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05950438 clinical trial?

NCT05950438 is sponsored by Northwestern University. The principal investigator is Ankit Bharat, MD at Northwestern University. The trial plans to enroll 120 participants.

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