Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 99

Cold snare polypectomy for duodenal adenomas in patients with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Official title: Cold Snare Polypectomy for Duodenal Adenomas in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Run by Western Sydney Local Health District · NCT03471403 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether a method called cold snare polypectomy is effective for removing duodenal adenomas in patients with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 99 Years
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorWestern Sydney Local Health District
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Westmead, New South Wales)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 10, 2017
Main results expectedOctober 10, 2027
Study endsOctober 10, 2028
Registry record updatedMarch 27, 2025
Trial IDNCT03471403 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients with a confirmed diagnosis of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis who are already undergoing endoscopic surveillance.

Probably not a fit

Patients with known strictures or stenosis, those who are pregnant, or those who do not consent to participate may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to gather prospective data on patients diagnosed with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) who are undergoing cold snare polypectomy for duodenal adenomas. FAP is a genetic condition that leads to the development of numerous colorectal polyps and increases the risk of colorectal cancer. The study will focus on the effectiveness of cold snare polypectomy as a management strategy for duodenal adenomas, which are common in FAP patients. Data collected will help inform future treatment approaches and surveillance strategies for this high-risk population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management of duodenal adenomas in patients with FAP, potentially reducing the risk of cancer development.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on endoscopic management of duodenal adenomas, the specific approach of cold snare polypectomy in this context is less commonly explored, making this study somewhat novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient's diagnosed with a confirmed diagnosis of FAP (genetic testing) and able to give informed consent to involvement in trial. For patients who do not speak English, an interpreter will be asked to translate the informed consent
* Patients already commenced on endoscopic surveillance for FAP.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient's with known strictures/stenosis
* Pregnancy
* Patients who did not consent to study
* Bleeding diathesis

Where it's running

  • Westmead Endoscopy Unit
    Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.