Comparing surgical techniques for pancreatic tumors

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the outcomes of open versus minimally invasive surgical techniques for pancreatic and liver tumor resections. It involves a retrospective chart review of patients who underwent these surgeries at Methodist Dallas Medical Center from January 2006 to December 2020. The study will analyze various outcome variables, including patient survival, length of hospital stay, complication rates, operative time, transfusion rates, and readmission rates at 30 and 90 days post-surgery.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients that have undergone pancreatic or liver resection surgeries from January 2006 until December 2020 at Methodist Dallas Medical Center (MDMC)
* Patients 18 years old or older

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients that have not undergone pancreatic resection surgeries
* Patients under 18 years of age

Where it's running

• Methodist Dallas Medical Center
  Dallas, Texas, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Alejandro Mejia, M.D. — The Liver Institute, Methodist Dallas Medical Center
• Study coordinator: Colette N Ndjom, MS
• Email: ClinicalResearch@mhd.com
• Phone: 214-947-4681

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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.