Timing of feeding tube may protect muscle in esophageal cancer patients
NCT ID NCT06712706
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study examines whether placing a feeding tube before chemotherapy helps prevent muscle loss in people with advanced esophageal cancer. About 60 adults receiving treatment with a goal to cure will be followed. Researchers will compare muscle mass at diagnosis, before surgery, and six months after surgery to see if early feeding tube placement makes a difference.
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Stadtspital Zürich
Zurich, 8063, Switzerland