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Evaluation of Portal Vein Stenting in Patients With Portal Vein Stenosis and Gastrointestinal Cancers
Led by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · Updated on 2026-01-12
150
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
369 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
M
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor
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National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This study collects information about the safety and effect of portal vein stenting in gastrointestinal cancer patients with portal vein stenosis. This study may help researchers learn how long the portal vein stays open and free from blockage and the effects of portal vein stenting on patients' overall well-being.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Evaluation of Portal Vein Stenting in Patients With Portal Vein Stenosis and Gastrointestinal Cancers
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- COHORT A: Patients with gastrointestinal cancer undergoing standard staging and treatment
- COHORT A: Patients with more than 75% narrowing of the main portal vein, left or right portal vein, or superior mesenteric vein
- COHORT A: Patients with any narrowing and symptoms of portal hypertension such as variceal bleeding, refractory ascites, abdominal pain, intestinal swelling, or diarrhea after tumor causes are excluded
- COHORT B: Patients with thrombosis or narrowing of the main portal vein who did not have portal vein stenting
You will not qualify if you...
History of severe allergic reactions to study medication Currently pregnant or breastfeeding Recent participation in another clinical trial within the last 30 days Presence of uncontrolled medical conditions that could affect safety
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, United States, 77030
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
J
Joshua D. Kuban
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
2
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