Diabetes may worsen esophageal cancer surgery outcomes, study finds

NCT ID NCT06333665

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looked at 605 patients with esophageal cancer who had minimally invasive surgery to remove their esophagus. Researchers wanted to see if having type 2 diabetes affected how well patients recovered and how long they lived. They also checked if diabetes medication (metformin) or good blood sugar control improved outcomes. The goal is to better understand how to care for these patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Army Medical Center of the People's Liberation Army

    Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, 400042, China

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