U.S., May 27 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07605481) titled 'Dumping Syndrome After Esophagectomy' on May 15.
Brief Summary: Background:
Dumping syndrome is a common complication for patients who have undergone surgery for esophageal cancer. It occurs when food moves too quickly from the stomach (or the reconstructed gastric tube) into the small intestine. This rapid movement causes various symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and sweating. Sometimes, it leads to "late dumping," where blood sugar levels drop significantly, causing tremors, cold sweats, and fatigue. Currently, there is no standardized tool to easily diagnose this condition after esophagectomy....