Can a simple steroid injection prevent a painful complication of esophageal surgery?
Prevention
Completed
After endoscopic removal of large, early-stage esophageal tumors, the esophagus can narrow and make swallowing difficult. This trial tests whether injecting a steroid directly into the surgical site works better than taking oral steroids to prevent that narrowing. About 30 people…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Instituto do Cancer do Estado de São Paulo • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC