Underwater Endoscopic Mucosal Resection for small Type I gastric neuroendocrine tumors
Official title: Safety and Efficacy of Underwater Endoscopic Mucosal Resection for Type I Gastric Neuroendocrine Tumors Measuring 5-9 mm: A Prospective Single-Centre Cohort Study
Run by Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India · NCT07728292 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A medical team will test whether using water-filled endoscopy to remove 5–9 mm Type I gastric NETs is safe and can clear the tumor.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hyderabad, Telangana) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 17, 2026 |
| Main results expected | November 10, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | July 27, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07728292 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults (18+) with endoscopically visible 5–9 mm Type I gastric NETs amenable to snare resection, without deep invasion.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with larger lesions, non-lifting or deeply invasive tumors, or contraindications to endoscopy may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This prospective, single-center study evaluates underwater endoscopic mucosal resection (UEMR) for small, type I gastric neuroendocrine tumors. The primary outcome is the rate of complete histologic removal with clear margins (R0). Secondary outcomes include en bloc resection rate, immediate and delayed adverse events, procedure time, margin quality, and detection of residual or metachronous disease during follow-up. The study analyzes results at the lesion level while accounting for potential clustering of multiple lesions within the same patient.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a minimally invasive option with reliable complete removal for small gastric NETs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous work on UEMR in gastric lesions has shown promise, but data for small Type I gastric NETs remain limited and this study addresses that gap.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patient-level * Age ≥18 years * Fit for endoscopic therapy and sedation * Written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: Lesion-level * Endoscopically visible gastric neuroendocrine tumor * Size 5-9 mm (endoscopic estimation) * Clinical and/or histologic features consistent with type I gastric NET * No endoscopic features suggestive of deep invasion * Technically amenable to snare resection
Where it's running
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Asian Institute of Gastroenterology/AIG Hospitals
Hyderabad, Telangana, India Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Zaheer Dr Nabi, MD — Aig Hospitals
- Study coordinator: Rajesh Mr Goud, M.Pharmacy
- Email: rajeshgoud761@gmail.com
- Phone: 04023378888
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.