Spots Global Cancer Trial Database for Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection Using a Thulium Laser

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Trial Identification

Brief Title: Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection Using a Thulium Laser

Official Title: Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection Using a Thulium Laser: Preliminary Results of a New Method for Treatment of Gastric Epithelial Neoplasia

Study ID: NCT01753544

Conditions

Gastric Dysplasia

Interventions

Study Description

Brief Summary: We aim to evaluate safety and feasibility of a thulium laser system in performing endoscopic submucosal dissection of gastric neoplasia.

Detailed Description: Instead of endoscopic knives, a thin, flexible fiber is inserted through the working channel of the endoscope. Acetic acid (1.5%) and indigo carmine dye are sprayed onto the lesion to clarify the margin. Markings are made 10 mm outside the tumor margin using a laser fiber with a power setting at 30 W. After marking, a mixture of sodium hyaluronate with indigo carmine and epinephrine (1:25000) is injected into the submucosa outside the marking dots. A circumferential mucosal incision and submucosal dissection are performed by a thulium laser fiber with a power setting at 30 to 40 W. Activation of the laser beam is controlled by stepping on a foot pedal. Hemostasis during procedure is also attempted using the thulium laser. When hemostasis is not achieved properly, additional use of hemostatic forceps or a hemoclip will be considered.