Partial Pleurectomy (Surgery) for Unresectable Pleural Mesothelioma (NCT07126509)
A Pilot Study of Partial Pleurectomy in Borderline and Unresectable Pleural Mesothelioma
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Purpose of the study: The main purpose of this research study is to see if a surgery procedure (limited partial pleurectomy and decortication) helps symptoms in people who have cancer that is unresectable that might not be able to be removed completely. This is called unresectable cancer. This study will also help the research team learn more about the types of symptoms and quality of life for people who have undergone this surgery, the number of complications following , and the time from surgery to starting other therapy. Th e study team also wants to see see the overall survival of people who have had this procedure as part of their care. What will be done as part of research on this study: * Surgery (Partial Pleurectomy - surgery to remove lining of lungs) * The research team will also ask study participants questions about their symptoms through questionnaires at certain times after surgery. How long this study will last: Participation in this research (pre-surgery, surgery and follow-up) will last for about 2 years. Confidentiality: All personal information will be kept confidential, and data will be used only for research purposes. Contact Information: For more information about this study, please contact PhaseIICRA@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center — Chicago, Illinois
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Partial Pleurectomy (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 (1 Sites)
- University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center — Chicago, Illinois
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (855) 702-8222
Email: cancerclinicaltrials@bsd.uchicago.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.