New scope procedure vs. surgery for stomach blockage: which is safer?
NCT ID NCT06128018
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two procedures to treat stomach blockage caused by cancer: a newer method using an endoscope (EUS-GJ) and traditional surgery (S-GJ). The goal is to see which is safer and works better. About 70 adults with advanced cancer will take part.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that the endoscopic procedure is safer and just as effective as surgery for relieving stomach blockage in cancer patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both procedures carry risks like infection or bleeding.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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AdventHealth Orlando
RECRUITINGOrlando, Florida, 32804, United States
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