Evaluating treatment outcomes for pancreatic diseases

Evaluation of Outcomes from Treatment of Benign or Malignant Gastroesophageal Diseases

Observational Methodist Health System · NCT04637256

This study looks at how well different treatments work for people with pancreatic diseases by reviewing patient records from the past years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorMethodist Health System Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsRadiation
Locations1 site (Richardson, Texas)
Trial IDNCT04637256 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study involves a retrospective chart review of patients diagnosed with benign or malignant pancreatic diseases treated by Dr. Rohan Jeyarajah, Dr. Houssam Osman, and Dr. Edward Cho at Methodist Health System Hospital in Richardson, TX. The study aims to analyze patient outcomes from 2005 to the present, focusing on overall survival, symptom control, mortality, and morbidity. Data will be collected from the investigators' patient records and a national database, with analysis conducted by the study team.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed and treated for benign or malignant gastroesophageal diseases since 2005.

Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old or those not diagnosed with gastroesophageal diseases will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies and better patient outcomes for those with gastroesophageal diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in evaluating treatment outcomes for gastroesophageal diseases, indicating that this approach is supported by existing literature.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients diagnosed and treated for gastroesophageal diseases, benign or malignant from 2005 to present.
* Age ≥18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients that are not diagnosed with or treated for gastroesophageal diseases
* Age \< 18 years

Where this trial is running

Richardson, Texas

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Pancreatic Malignant Neoplasm Primary
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