Stent vs. surgery: new hope for kids with esophageal blockage?

NCT ID NCT07373522

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a special stent (a small mesh tube) usually used for bile ducts could help children with a narrowed esophagus (food pipe). Forty children were randomly assigned to get either the stent or standard surgery. The main goal was to see how often the narrowing came back. The stent approach may offer a less invasive option, but it is not a cure and children may still need ongoing care.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary โ€” we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for ESOPHAGEAL STENOSIS IN CHILDREN are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital esophageal stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Zagazig University

    Zagazig, Sharquia, 7120730, Egypt