New rehab model aims to boost recovery for stomach and esophageal cancer patients

NCT ID NCT05698992

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Region Skane Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a personalized rehabilitation program for people recovering from surgery for esophageal or gastric cancer. Participants will receive a structured assessment of their physical, psychological, and social needs, followed by evidence-based support. The goal is to improve quality of life and reduce cancer-related symptoms. The trial involves 100 adults in southern Sweden who are scheduled for curative surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: structured individualized rehabilitation program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a proven model to help people with esophageal or gastric cancer recover better and have a higher quality of life after surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial (100 participants) testing a care model, not a drug. Results may not apply to all patients or regions, and the intervention may not show significant benefit over standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

esophageal cancer Esophageal Neoplasms gastric cancer gastric neoplasm neoplasm of esophagus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ESOPHAGEAL CANCER ESOPHAGEAL NEOPLASMS GASTRIC CANCER STOMACH NEOPLASM

Contacts and locations

Locations

Skåne University Hospital
RECRUITING

Lund, Lund, 222 42, Sweden

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