Which knife is better for colon surgery? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT04919824

First seen Apr 03, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study compares a new bipolar knife to a standard monopolar knife for removing colon growths during a procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). About 80 adults with colon growths will be randomly assigned to one knife. The goal is to see which knife works faster and causes fewer problems like bleeding or pain.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor College of Medicine

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

  • Baylor St. Lukes Medical Center (BSLMC)

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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