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NCT00260559 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record

Outcomes After Esophagectomy With a Focus on Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy and Quality of Life

A clinical trial of Esophageal Cancer and Esophagectomy, sponsored by University of Pittsburgh.

Recruiting
Registry status
3,500
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

NCT00260559 is a study of Esophageal Cancer and Esophagectomy that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of Pittsburgh. The registered enrollment target is 3,500 participants, above the 471-participant average among 123 other Esophageal Cancer trials with a reported enrollment target (643% higher). The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT00260559, a study of Esophageal Cancer and Esophagectomy, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of Pittsburgh.

RECRUITING
Registry status
3,500 participants
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

Study Summary

To assess short and long term outcomes after minimally invasive esophagectomy compared to open esophagectomy. To compare both standard outcome measures as well as patient derived outcome measures, in particular, quality of life (QOL). To look at the applicability of this QOL instrument to this patient group.

Interventions

  • PROCEDURE Questionnaires

Study Locations (2)

Pennsylvania

  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery - Pittsburgh
  • UPMC - Hillman Cancer Center - Pittsburgh

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 3,500 participants
Start Date 1999-05
Est. Completion 2050-12

Sponsor

University of Pittsburgh

1,238 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00260559

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00260559 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as an unspecified phase. The registered enrollment target is 3,500 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, above the 471-participant average among 123 other Esophageal Cancer trials with a reported enrollment target (643% higher). The listed sponsor is University of Pittsburgh, which has 1,238 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Esophageal Cancer appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Questionnaires is the first listed.

NCT00260559 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00260559 about?

NCT00260559 is a clinical study titled "Outcomes After Esophagectomy With a Focus on Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy and Quality of Life". To assess short and long term outcomes after minimally invasive esophagectomy compared to open esophagectomy. To compare both standard outcome measures as well as patient derived outcome measures, in particular, quality of life (QOL). To look at the applicability of this QOL instrument to this patie...

What is the current status of trial NCT00260559?

This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 3,500 participants. The study started on 1999-05. Estimated completion is 2050-12.

What conditions does trial NCT00260559 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Esophageal Cancer, Esophagectomy.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00260559?

The interventions under investigation include: Questionnaires (PROCEDURE).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00260559?

This trial is sponsored by University of Pittsburgh, which has 1,238 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT00260559 being conducted?

This trial has 2 study locations across Pennsylvania. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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