RecruitingNCT04245683

Feasibility of Non-Operative Management of Rectal Cancer in a Rural Population

Sponsor

Bassett Healthcare

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Feb 1, 2020

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Rectal Cancer

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.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is looking at whether rectal cancer patients in rural areas can be successfully managed without surgery (called "watch and wait") after completing chemotherapy and radiation, instead of automatically having an operation. **You may be eligible if:** - You are 18 or older - You have been newly diagnosed with stage II or III rectal cancer, confirmed by biopsy - You have not received any prior treatment for rectal cancer - You have not had prior pelvic radiation - You are able to participate in follow-up testing and monitoring **You may NOT be eligible if:** - Your cancer has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic disease) - You are not a candidate for surgery at all - You are pregnant or breastfeeding Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

PROCEDUREBowel/rectal resection

surgical removal of the portion of the rectum where the tumor was originally identified

OTHERnon-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

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