Lymph Node Mapping Via Flourescent Dye in Colon Cancer

Launched by UNIVERSITÄTSKLINIKUM HAMBURG-EPPENDORF · Jul 10, 2021

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This clinical trial is studying how to better identify lymph nodes that are affected by colon cancer. Lymph nodes are small glands that help fight infection and can sometimes be sites where cancer spreads. The researchers want to see if these lymph nodes, which drain fluid from the area around the cancer, are only found within the area that doctors usually remove during surgery or if some are located outside of that area. To help visualize these nodes, they will use a special dye called indocyanine green, which makes the nodes glow under specific lighting.

To participate in this trial, you need to have a specific type of colon cancer called adenocarcinoma that is diagnosed through a biopsy. Those who are not interested in joining, have a different type of cancer, or cannot have the necessary marking done through an endoscopy will not be eligible. If you qualify and decide to participate, you will help researchers learn more about the best ways to manage colon cancer and possibly improve surgical outcomes for future patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • histologically diagnosed carcinoma of the ascending, transverse, descending or sigmoid colon.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • not wanting to participate
• • other carcinoma then adenocarcinoma
• • endoscopic marking not possible