🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-04-09
Pyloroplasty Versus No Pyloroplasty in Patients Undergoing Esophagectomy (NCT03740542)
A Phase III Randomized Trial of Pyloroplasty Versus No Pyloroplasty in Patients Undergoing Esophagectomy
🔵 Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🩺 Clinical Procedure Protocol Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This research study is a phase III randomized trial to study the value of the addition of a pyloroplasty procedure versus no pyloroplasty procedure during the performance of esophagectomy. Pyloroplasty is a type of pyloric drainage procedure.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian-Shadyside Hospital — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Age range: 18 Years to 85 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Esophagectomy (PROCEDURE)
- Pyloroplasty (PROCEDURE)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian-Shadyside Hospital — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.