Could stomach surgery raise cancer risk? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT03596411
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 100 patients who had sleeve gastrectomy for severe obesity. Researchers checked how many developed Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer, five or more years after surgery. They also examined whether routine endoscopy (a camera test) helps catch this early. The goal is to understand if regular screening should be recommended for these patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could show that routine endoscopy after sleeve gastrectomy helps catch early signs of esophageal cancer, leading to better prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is a small, retrospective study (100 patients) that only looks back at existing data. It cannot prove that screening prevents cancer, only suggest a link.
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CHU de Nice
Nice, Alpes Maritimes, 06001, France