Thousands of esophageal cancer surgeries analyzed for better care
NCT ID NCT07201571
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study reviewed the medical records of over 3,100 people who had surgery to remove esophageal cancer at a major hospital in South Korea. The goal was to learn about common complications after surgery and how long patients lived afterward. The findings can help doctors improve care and set realistic expectations for future patients.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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3,131 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Nov 1994
- Finished
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Aug 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Patients who underwent curative surgery for esophageal cancer
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who underwent curative surgery for esophageal cancer Exclusion Criteria: * cervical esophageal cancer * gastroesophageal junction cancer * histology other than squamous cell carcinoma * patients with Child-Pugh class B or C liver cirrhosis
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