A Study of the Removability of the Evolution® Esophageal Fully Covered Stent

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the endoscopic removability of the Evolution® esophageal fully covered stent when used to treat patients with an obstruction caused by cancer or strictures, or for fistulas, perforations, or leaks.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

Patient is diagnosed with benign or malignant stricture, fistula, perforation, or leak
Physician plans to remove the stent within the duration of study follow-up

Exclusion Criteria

Patient is < 18 years of age
Patient is unable or unwilling to provide written informed consent or comply with follow-up schedule
Patient is pregnant, lactating, or planning on being pregnant within the next 6 months
Patient is simultaneously participating in another investigational drug or device study
Patient is contraindicated to upper GI endoscopy and/or any procedure to be performed in conjunction with esophageal stent placement
Patient has a known hypersensitivity or contraindication to study products that, in the opinion of the investigator, cannot be adequately pre-medicated

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Francisco Ramirez, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Francisco Ramirez, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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