Dye test spots hidden cancer risks in swallowing disorder patients
NCT ID NCT02010983
First seen Mar 29, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested a screening method for people who have had achalasia (a swallowing disorder) for more than 15 years, because they have a higher risk of esophageal cancer. Researchers used a special dye called Lugol during an endoscopy to make abnormal cells easier to see. The goal was to find early warning signs (dysplasia) before cancer develops, and to understand if food stuck in the esophagus plays a role.
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UZleuven
Leuven, 3000, Belgium
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