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Feasibility of Non-Operative Management of Rectal Cancer in a Rural Population
Sponsor: Bassett Healthcare
Summary
This is an observational research study. Patients with rectal cancer can choose different courses of treatment. This study will follow these patients over the course of approximately six years, depending on their treatment. Patients will be monitored through clinic visits and survey assessments to see how they do, how they feel regarding their treatment choices, and their outcomes. The surveys will analyze the impact of the patients' treatment choices, as well as patient adherence, in a rural setting.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
50
Start Date
2020-02-01
Completion Date
2027-08-01
Last Updated
2023-03-07
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Bowel/rectal resection
surgical removal of the portion of the rectum where the tumor was originally identified
non-operative follow up
patients who choose the non-operative option will be required to adhere to a very intensive follow up protocol, including endoscopy and CT imaging
Locations (1)
Bassett Healthcare Network
Cooperstown, New York, United States