Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages Any age to 75

Using a special stent to treat benign duodenal strictures

Official title: An Exploratory Clinical Study of Double Pig Tail Stent-assisted Fixation of Fully Covered Metal Stents for the Treatment of Benign Duodenal Strictures

Run by Jinling Hospital, China · NCT06736301 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a special stent to see if it can help people with benign duodenal strictures feel better by keeping the narrowed area open and preventing the stent from moving out of place.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
AgesAny age to 75 Years
SexAll
Enrollment5 (estimated)
SponsorJinling Hospital, China
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 15, 2024
Main results expectedNovember 30, 2027
Study endsNovember 30, 2027
Registry record updatedMarch 10, 2025
Trial IDNCT06736301 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients under 75 years old with diagnosed benign duodenal strictures who have experienced symptoms of upper gastrointestinal obstruction and have not responded to multiple balloon dilations.

Probably not a fit

Patients with gastrointestinal perforation, malignant strictures, or severe comorbidities 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 investigates the use of a double pig-tail stent to assist in the fixation of fully-covered metal stents for patients suffering from benign duodenal strictures. The approach aims to minimize stent displacement and ensure effective expansion of the narrowed duodenal area, thereby alleviating symptoms associated with upper gastrointestinal obstruction. The study will evaluate both the safety and efficacy of this method, providing insights into its long-term effectiveness for treating this condition.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve symptom relief and quality of life for patients with benign duodenal strictures.

How similar studies have gone: While this specific approach is novel, similar studies using stent-assisted techniques have shown promise in managing gastrointestinal strictures.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. The subjects voluntarily signed the informed consent form for this trial;
2. Patients diagnosed with benign duodenal stricture;
3. Symptoms of upper gastrointestinal obstruction, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits, occurring before admission or during hospitalization;
4. Patients with refractory strictures who have failed multiple balloon dilations;
5. Age \< 75 years.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Gastrointestinal perforation;
2. Distal small bowel obstruction or multiple segments of small bowel obstruction;
3. Coagulation disorders;
4. Strictures or obstructions caused by malignant tumors;
5. Severe comorbidities involving the heart, brain, lungs, kidneys, etc.

Where it's running

  • Fully Covered Metal Stents
    Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
    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.
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