New stent aims to seal Post-Surgery leaks without another operation

NCT ID NCT06862479

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new device called the Luso-Cor esophageal stent for closing leaks (fistulas) that can happen after weight-loss or cancer surgery on the stomach or esophagus. About 180 adults will be enrolled and their outcomes compared to those treated with standard stents or vacuum therapy. The goal is to see if the new stent is safer and more effective at sealing these leaks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Luso-Cor esophageal stent

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a safer, more effective way to close post-surgery leaks without additional surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a registry study, not a randomized trial, so results may be less conclusive. The stent may not outperform existing methods and could have complications like migration or blockage.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Anastomotic Leak esophageal cancer Esophageal Neoplasms Fistula gastric adenocarcinoma gastric cancer gastric neoplasm morbid obesity neoplasm of esophagus Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Serviço de Gastrenterologia e Hepatologia, Unidade Local de Saúde Santa Maria

    Lisbon, Lisbon District, 1649-035, Portugal