New study tests Scope-Based lesion removal in western patients
NCT ID NCT02989818
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is tracking 300 adults who are already scheduled to have a procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) to remove abnormal growths in their digestive tract. Researchers want to see how often the lesion can be removed in one piece with clear margins, and how safe the procedure is. The goal is to gather real-world evidence on whether ESD works well in Western patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) procedure
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could confirm that ESD is a safe and effective standard technique for removing early gastrointestinal lesions in Western patients, potentially reducing the need for more invasive surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so it cannot prove ESD is better than other methods. Results may vary across centers and patient groups.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Baylor College of Medicine
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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Massachusetts General Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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University of Florida
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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