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Bariatric Surgery for Endometrial Cancer (B-FiERCE Trial)
B-FiERCE Trial Summary
This trial suggests that bariatric surgery in addition to progestin may improve outcomes for young women with obesity-related endometrial cancer/atypical hyperplasia.
B-FiERCE Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowB-FiERCE Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.B-FiERCE Trial Design
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- My cancer has spread beyond the uterus, as shown by scans.I had cancer before, but it was cured and I've been cancer-free for over 5 years.Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or higher.I have a health condition that affects how my organs work.I can do all my daily activities without help.I am currently taking medication to lose weight.My cancer is in stage 1 and has not spread beyond the uterus.I am able to understand and participate in the informed consent process.I want to preserve my ability to have children.My endometrial cancer is high grade or has p53 abnormalities.I cannot have sleeve gastrectomy due to health reasons.I have been diagnosed with a specific type of early-stage uterine cancer or pre-cancer.I have had major surgery in my upper abdomen, but not minor procedures like appendix removal.
- Group 1: Bariatric Surgery and Progestin Intrauterine Device
- Group 2: Progestin Intrauterine Device Alone
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest capacity of subjects enrolled in this experiment?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is currently recruiting; it was initially posted on August 1st 2020 and updated most recently on April 16th 2023. A total of 36 patients are needed across one medical centre for the study's completion."
Who is eligible to join this clinical experiment?
"Eligible patients for this medical trial are between 18 and 41, have been identified as bariatric surgery candidates, and must be one of the 36 individuals selected to participate."
Is this clinical trial open to individuals below the age of fifty?
"The age cap for enrollment in this trial is 41 years old. For patients under 18, there are 45 clinical trials they can consider; conversely, those over 65 have access to 437 different studies."
Are any more individuals being recruited for this clinical experiment currently?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this experiment is still recruiting volunteers who wish to participate; it was posted on August 1st 2020 and modified as recently as April 16th 2023. At present, 36 participants are needed from a single medical site."
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