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Esophageal Cancer Clinical Trial in Aurora, CO

Access cutting-edge esophageal cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Aurora. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Aurora

    Convenient for CO residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Aurora site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Esophageal Cancer Study in Aurora

RATIONALE: Studying samples of sputum and tissue in the laboratory from patients with dysplasia or cancer may help doctors identify and learn more about biomarkers related to cancer. It may also help the study of cancer in the future. PURPOSE: This laboratory study is looking at biomarkers in patients with respiratory tract dysplasia or lung cancer, head and neck cancer, or aerodigestive tract cancer.

Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Diagnosis of extensive and severe dysplasia of the respiratory epithelium
Those without dysplasia of the respiratory epithelium
Recruited from the SPORE Tissue Procurement Screening Project or by private or academic physicians (for patients with moderate or severe dysplasia)
Survived 1 or more aerodigestive system carcinoma for ≥ 1 year
Completely resected stage I non-small cell cancer
Undergoing any of the following procedures:
Routine panendoscopy for patients with head and neck cancer
Resection of a bronchogenic carcinoma
Bronchoscopy for diagnosis or staging of suspected lung cancer
Subsequent bronchoscopy for surveillance or monitoring of response to endobronchial treatment in patients with prior high-grade dysplasia or worse
No lung disease
No respiratory illness within the past 2 weeks Patients suspected of or at risk for neoplastic lung disease who are undergoing a bronchoscopy in which differential diagnostic considerations may include multiple other etiologies such as infection and other processes.
Patients without dysplasia will be: patients undergoing clinically indicated bronchoscopy for conditions other than suspected lung cancer. PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS:
No clinically apparent bleeding diathesis
No known bleeding disorder
No clinically active coronary artery disease
No multifocal premature ventricular contractions
No poorly controlled congestive heart failure
No myocardial infarction within the past 6 weeks
No cardiac dysrhythmia that is potentially life threatening
Well-controlled atrial fibrillation or rare (\< 2/min) premature ventricular contractions allowed
No ventricular tachycardia or supraventricular tachycardia with a rapid ventricular response
No other serious medical condition that would preclude a patient from undergoing a bronchoscopy
No acute bronchitis or pneumonia within the past 8 weeks except when clinically proven as a possible result of lung cancer
No hypoxemia (i.e., \< 90% saturation with supplemental oxygen) before bronchoscopy PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY:
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Aurora?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT00900419) has an active research site in Aurora, CO that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Esophageal Cancer Treatment Options in Aurora, CO

If you're searching for esophageal cancer treatment options in Aurora, CO, this clinical trial (NCT00900419) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Aurora research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced esophageal cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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