Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Rehabilitation and recovery program for esophageal and gastric cancer patients

Official title: Rehabilitation and Recovery for Persons With Esophageal or Gastric Cancer - a Clinical Trial Evaluating and Implementing a Model for Evidence-based Cancer Rehabilitation

Run by Region Skane · NCT05698992 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a personalized rehabilitation program for people with esophageal and gastric cancer to see if it can improve their quality of life and help manage their symptoms.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorRegion Skane
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lund, Lund)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 27, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedMay 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT05698992 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who have been diagnosed with esophageal or gastric cancer and are scheduled for curative surgery at Skåne University Hospital.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to communicate in Swedish or have cognitive impairments that hinder participation 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 study aims to develop and evaluate a systematic model for evidence-based cancer rehabilitation specifically for individuals with esophageal and gastric cancer. It focuses on providing personalized rehabilitation plans that address the unique needs and preferences of each patient, promoting better quality of life and reducing cancer-related symptoms. The study builds on Sweden's National Cancer Rehabilitation Programme, which emphasizes the importance of individualized care and the role of contact nurses in facilitating rehabilitation throughout the cancer journey.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of life for patients recovering from esophageal and gastric cancer.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in implementing structured cancer rehabilitation programs, indicating that this approach is both promising and supported by existing evidence.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* over 18 years of age
* esophageal or gastric cancer
* living in Southern Sweden (Skåne)
* are planned to undergo curative surgerytreatment at Skåne University Hospital.

Exclusion Criteria:

* unable to communicate in the Swedish language
* suffering from a cognitive impairment that poses a barrier for participating in the study.

Where it's running

  • Skåne University Hospital
    Lund, Lund, Sweden
    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.