RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07696546

Randomized Trial of Percutaneous vs. Endoscopic Gallbladder Drainage

Percutaneous or Endoscopic Gallbladder Drainage: The PEG Trial

Sponsor

Orlando Health, Inc.

Enrollment

110 participants

Start Date

Jul 1, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Acute Cholecystitis

Summary

This is a randomized trial of patients with acute calculous cholecystitis who are never-surgery candidates. Patients will be randomized to one of two treatment groups, percutaneous cholecystostomy or endoscopic ultrasound-guided drainage. The aim of the study is to compare between these two treatment methods, the treatment outcomes and quality of life over a follow-up duration of 36 months.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a procedure called EUS-guided gallbladder drainage and a procedure called Percutaneous cholecystostomy for people with acute cholecystitis. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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