New study tests simpler procedure for stomach precancer

NCT ID NCT07161479

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two endoscopic procedures—argon plasma coagulation (APC) and endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)—for treating small (1 cm or smaller) precancerous growths in the stomach called gastric adenomas with low-grade dysplasia. About 160 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either APC or EMR. The main goal is to see if APC is as effective as EMR at preventing the growth from coming back, while possibly being safer and faster.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Argon plasma coagulation (APC) and endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) are both procedures used to remove precancerous growths in the stomach.

What this could lead to

If APC works as well as EMR, it could offer a simpler, safer, and cheaper option for treating small precancerous stomach growths.

What could go wrong

This is a relatively small trial (160 people) and results may not apply to larger or more advanced growths. APC does not provide a tissue sample, so there is a risk of incomplete removal or recurrence.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastric adenoma gastric neoplasm precancerous condition

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Kangbuk Samsung hospital

    RECRUITING

    Seoul, 03181, South Korea

  • National Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Goyang-si, 10408, South Korea

  • Samsung Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Seoul, 06351, South Korea