Doctors test Camera-Guided repair for dangerous esophageal tears
NCT ID NCT04571541
Summary
This study looked at how well different 'through-the-mouth' repair methods work for holes or tears in the esophagus (the swallowing tube). Doctors at a major hospital compared techniques like placing temporary stents (tubes) and using special sutures (stitches) delivered with a camera. The goal was to see which methods best helped these serious injuries heal without needing major surgery.
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Indiana University Hospital
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
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