Royal College Of Surgeons, Ireland
Clinical trials sponsored by Royal College Of Surgeons, Ireland, explained in plain language.
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Could a simple stitch prevent a dangerous hernia after esophageal cancer surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether closing a gap in the diaphragm during robotic surgery for esophageal cancer can prevent a type of hernia (para-conduit hernia) that sometimes occurs after the operation. About 40 adults with esophageal cancer will be randomly assigned to receive either th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC
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New study: simple Pre-Surgery program may cut prostate surgery leakage
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a structured education session with a nurse and a direct referral to pelvic floor physiotherapy before prostate cancer surgery can reduce urine leakage afterward. About 80 men scheduled for prostate removal will be randomly assigned to either standard car…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 00:50 UTC
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Brain scan surveillance trial launches for High-Risk breast cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether regular brain MRI scans can find cancer that has spread to the brain before symptoms start in people with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. About 69 participants will be randomly assigned to either routine brain scans or standard care (no routine…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 00:50 UTC