Malignant esophageal stricture
Conditions
Interventions
In one treatment group a fully covered metal stent will be placed. In the other
treatment group a partially covered metal stent will be inserted.
Sponsors
Erasmus MC, Universitair Medisch Centrum Rotterdam
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Malignant stricture of the esophagus or cardia No curative treatment options available Dysphagia grade of at least 2 (able to swallow semi-solid soft foods) Informed consent Age * 18 years
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Previous treatment with self-expandable metal stent for same condition Evidence of tumor within 2 cm of the upper esophageal sphincter. Presence of an esophago-tracheal or -bronchial fistula or both. Not able to undergo upper endoscopy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Recurrent dysphagia. This is defined as occurrence of dysphagia due to a stent or tumour related cause such as tumor in- or overgrowth, stent migration or food impaction. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Technical success of metal stent placement, clinical success defined as improvement of dysphagia score, complication rate, quality of life and survival | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed