DESI - Düsseldorfer ESD Study
This study, called DESI, is investigating a medical procedure known as Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD). ESD is a way to carefully remove growths (tumours or lesions) from the lining of your food pipe (oesophagus), stomach, small bowel (duodenum), or large bowel (colon and rectum). Instead of a bigger operation, ESD uses a flexible tube with tiny tools to cut out the growth precisely. The main goals of this study are to check how safe and effective this technique is for patients. Researchers want to collect more information from hospitals in Western countries to understand how well ESD works and if there are ways to make it even better and safer for everyone.
At a glance
What is this study about?
You might be reading this because you or someone you know has a growth in their digestive system, such as in the food pipe, stomach, or bowel. Sometimes, these growths need to be removed. One way to do this is a special procedure called Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection, or ESD for short. This study is called DESI and it's looking closely at how well ESD works.
ESD uses a flexible tube with a camera and tiny tools at the end, which is carefully guided into your body without needing a large cut. This allows doctors to remove the growth very precisely. The aim is to take out the entire growth in one piece, which helps doctors understand it better under a microscope and can lower the chance of it coming back. While ESD has been used for a while in some parts of the world, doctors want to gather more information about its use in places like the UK, to make sure it's as safe and effective as possible for all patients.
By taking part in this study, you would help doctors learn more about ESD. This information will be used to improve the procedure, decide which patients it's best for, and potentially make it even safer and more effective in the future. It’s a way to contribute to better care for people with similar conditions.
Key takeaways
- This study evaluates a procedure called ESD for removing digestive growths.
- ESD uses special tools to remove growths without major surgery.
- It helps doctors learn more about the safety and effectiveness of ESD.
- Your participation helps improve care for future patients.
- You must be 18 or older and need an ESD procedure to join.
- You can withdraw from the study at any time.
Who may be eligible?
To join this study, first and foremost, you would need to understand what's involved and agree to take part by signing a consent form. This is very important to make sure you are happy with everything.
You would also need to have been told by your doctor that you need to have an ESD procedure. This procedure would be planned for a growth in your food pipe (oesophagus), stomach, small bowel (duodenum), or large bowel (colon or rectum). You must also be 18 years old or older to be considered for the study.
As for who cannot join, if you are under 18 years old, you wouldn't be able to take part in this particular study. There might be other specific reasons your doctor discusses with you that would mean the study isn't suitable, but these are the main points.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Have I been told I need an ESD procedure for a growth in my digestive system?
- Am I over 18 years old?
- Am I willing to sign a consent form after understanding the study?
- Am I comfortable with my medical information being used for research?
What does participation involve?
If you decide to take part in this study, you would essentially be agreeing to have a closer look at your ESD procedure. This means that doctors would carefully record information about your procedure, how you recover afterwards, and the results of removing the growth. You might be asked to attend check-ups after your procedure, similar to what would happen anyway, so that doctors can track your progress. The main difference is that more detailed information would be collected and analysed for research purposes. The total length of your participation would depend on your recovery and follow-up plan, but it generally involves monitoring for a period after the ESD procedure.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (1)
- Evangelisches Krankenhaus DüsseldorfVerified postcodeDüsseldorf, Germany
Common questions
What is ESD?
ESD is a procedure to remove growths from the lining of your digestive system using a flexible tube with tiny tools, without needing major surgery.
Why is this study being done?
Doctors want to gather more information about how safe and effective ESD is in Western hospitals to improve the procedure and patient care.
Will I get special treatment if I join?
Your medical care will remain focused on your best interests. The study mainly involves carefully collecting information about your existing ESD procedure and recovery.
Are there any extra appointments if I join?
You might have follow-up appointments similar to standard care, but details about your procedure and recovery will be recorded more closely for the study.
Can I change my mind about joining?
Yes, you can decide to stop participating in the study at any time, and this will not affect the medical care you receive.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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