Oesophageal Cancer Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
AI generated eligibility summary. Written by an AI model from the official source data and checked on a sample basis. It can contain mistakes, so confirm anything important against the original source. How we use AI
Who might be able to join this trial:
- You are a man or woman aged 18 or older
- You have been diagnosed with esophageal cancer
- You have been identified as a candidate for esophagus removal surgery (esophagectomy) at Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Shadyside, or UPMC Passavant
- Your surgery is scheduled at least 2 weeks from now
- You are reasonably able to carry out daily activities (your doctor has rated your overall health and functioning at a certain level — confirm with trial site)
- You are able to sign a written consent form agreeing to take part
- You are able to understand, speak, and read English
Who may not be able to join:
- You have a serious heart condition or uncontrolled high blood pressure, or you have significant difficulty standing or walking, which would make exercise unsafe for you
- You have other health conditions or physical problems that would prevent you from safely taking part in an exercise program, as decided by the exercise specialist running the program
- You are currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy for a reason other than your esophageal cancer surgery
- You currently have an active infection, bleeding, or low blood cell counts that could put you at greater risk of complications, as determined by the exercise specialist, your doctor, and/or nurse
Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.
Based on publicly available eligibility criteria from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before acting. This is not medical advice.
Contact this trial
Principal Investigator: Melanie Potiaumpai, PhD, MPH, University of Pittsburgh
Phone: 412-353-9102
Contact details sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before attending.
GP referral letter
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Trial details
Where this trial is recruiting
Primary endpoints
Acceptability of Intervention; Adherence to Intervention; Feasibility of Intervention
Can't join this trial?
Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 20 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.