Comparison Between Two Different Parameters of Argon Plasma Coagulation in the Treatment of Chronic Radiation Proctitis: Historical Control Trial.
Description:
APC is usually applied with a power of 40-60W and 1.2-2.5 L/min of gas flow by using a
electrosugical generator coupled with an argon delivery unit. However, high gas flow have
been associated to high rates of complication such as rectal stenosis and deep rectal ulcer.
In this context, the present study aims to compare the effectiveness and safety between two
different paramenters of argon plasma coagulation (40-50W and 2.0 L/min of gas flow vs 40W
and 1.2 L/min of gas flow) in the treatment of patients with symptomatic chronic radiation
proctitis.
Condition:
Radiation Injuries
Treatment:
Argon Plasma Coagulation
Start Date:
January 2013
Sponsor:
Barretos Cancer Hospital
For More Information:
https://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT02104271