Could a simple addition to gallbladder surgery help prevent ovarian cancer?
NCT ID NCT07642791
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether removing the fallopian tubes during planned gallbladder removal surgery is safe for women aged 45 and older. The goal is to see if this extra step can help prevent ovarian cancer without causing more complications. About 300 women will take part, with half getting the added procedure and half having standard gallbladder surgery alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
opportunistic salpingectomy (removal of fallopian tubes)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a safe way to reduce ovarian cancer risk during routine gallbladder surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial focused on safety, not cancer prevention. It may not show a clear benefit or apply to all women.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Division of Visceral Surgery and Transplantation , University Hospital Zurich
Zurich, 8091, Switzerland