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An open-label, randomised, non-comparative phase 2 study evaluating S 95005 (TAS-102) plus bevacizumab and capecitabine plus bevacizumab in patients with previously untreated metastatic COlorectal cancer who are non-eligible for intensive therapy (TASCO1 study)

This study will evaluate 2 different treatment strategies : a combination of S 95005 and bevacizumab (experimental combination) and a combination of capecitabine and bevacizumab (control arm) as first-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer…

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy; its impact on colorectal cancer patients' lives

We aim to gain insight into the incidence and severity of CIPN and its influence on patient-reported outcomes (i.e. health related quality of life (HRQoL), disease-specific complaints, depression, fatigue, sleep problems) among a prospective…

Screening and treatment of psychological distress in colorectal cancer with metastasized disease: the TES-trial

We have developed the TES program, which involves Targeted selection and Enhanced care, delivered on the basis of Stepped care (TES). The primary study aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of the TES-program compared to usual care in reducing…

S-1 versus capecitabine in the first line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer patients, the SALTO randomised phase III study of the Dutch Colorectal Cancer Group. A safety evaluation of oral fluoropyrimidines.

The primary objective is to determine the incidence of HFS in first line treatment with S-1 compared to capecitabine in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. Secondary objectives include a comparison of efficacy.

A prospective, multicenter, randomised, open-label, active controlled, 2 parallel groups, phase 3 study to compare the efficay and safety of masitinib to sunitinib in patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumor after progression with imitinib

The objective is to compare the efficacy and safety of masitinib 12 mg/kg/day to sinutinib 50 mg/day

RandomizEd Controlled Trial for pre-operAtive dose-escaLation BOOST in locally advanced rectal cancer.

We study whether addition of a radiation boost to standard chemoradiation in patients with locally advanced rectal cancer increases the complete response rate defined as pathological complete response in those who undergo surgery, or 2-years local…

Brown adipose tissue activity and energy metabolism in cachexia induced by cancer or chronic disease

To study BAT activity and energy metabolism in patients with cachexia induced by cancer or chronic disease.

The effects of the proton pump inhibitor esomeprazole on the bioavailability of regorafenib in patients with a metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) or gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST).

To determine the influence of esomeprazole on the AUC of regorafenib in patients with mCRC or GIST.

A phase Ib/II study on the addition of Nab-paclitaxel (Abraxane) to capecitabine and oxaliplatin in the first-line treatment of metastastasized oesophagogastric carcinoma

Primary objectivePhase 1: To assess the safety and tolerability of Nab-paclitaxel added to oxaliplatin and capecitabine at their currently optimal doses.Phase 2: To determine the anti-tumor activity of Nab-paclitaxel when co-administered with…

POLYP DETECTION WITH THE PEERSCOPE SYSTEM*: A RANDOMIZED TANDEM COLONOSCOPY STUDY

To compare the additional diagnostic yield obtained by using the PeerScope System* extended view vs. the diagnostic yield obtained by the Standard view colonoscopy.In addition, time measurements including time to cecum, time for withdrawal and…

The implementation and evaluation of a geriatric cancer care module for older patients with colorectal carcinoma.

This study examines the effect of systematic geriatic screening, via a geriatric oncology care module and geriatric interventions, on the quality of life of patients aged 70 years or older with colorectal carcinoma. We also examine whether…

A Phase 2, Open Label, Multicenter, Randomized Trial Comparing Tivozanib in Combination with mFOLFOX6 with Bevacizumab in Combination with mFOLFOX6 in Stage IV Metastatic Corectal Cancer (mCRC) Subjects

PrimaryTo compare progression-free survival (PFS) between tivozanib in combination with mFOLFOX6 and bevacizumab in combination withmFOLFOX6 based on investigator radiological tumor assessmentSecondary• Progression Free Survival (PFS) based on…

4D FDG PET-CT imaging in Esophageal cancer

To explore the role of 4D PET-CT in radiation treatment planning, relative to standard 3D PET-CT.

Semi-mechanical versus hand sewn cervical anastomosis after esophagectomy with gastric tube reconstruction for esophageal cancer; the SHARE study

The primary objective of this study is to compare a semi-mechanical with a hand sewn cervical anastomosis after esophagectomy with gastric tube reconstruction for cancer.

Adipokines gene expression in visceral adipose tissue in patients with esophageal adenocarcinoma

The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of adipokines-secretion in visceral adipose tissue and its influence on the risk for esophageal adenocarcinoma. Examination of adipose tissue may provide important insight into mechanistic links…

Endoscopic Stenting versus Operative Intervention in Malignant Gastric Outlet Obstruction(STENTOP), a multi-center randomized controlled trial.

To investigate which treatment modality is preferable in patients with an irresectable malignant gastric outlet obstruction: endoscopic stent placement or a surgical gastrojejunostomy.

A randomized, open-label, multi-center phase III study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of nilotinib versus imatinib in adult patients with unresectable or metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).

To compare progression free survival (PFS) of nilotinib and imatinib when used as initial therapy of unresectable and/or metastatic GIST in patients either who have not received prior therapy with TKIs or who have recurrent GIST after stopping…

A randomized comparison of a fully covered self expandable metal stent versus a partially covered self expandable metal stent in malignant esophageal strictures

To compare a fully covered metal stent versus a partially covered metal stent in patients with dysphagia due to an incurable malignant stenosis of the esophagus or cardia.

A randomized, open-label, multi-center phase II study to compare AUY922 with docetaxel or irinotecan in adult patients with advanced gastric cancer, who have progressed after one line of chemotherapy

Primary objective: * To assess the treatment effect on progression-free survival in patients who receive AUY922 on a once-weekly schedule versus patients who receive docetaxel or irinotecanSecondary Objectives* To estimate the overall survival…

Evaluation of a Second Generation High Definition and Narrow Band Imaging System for the Detection and Characterization of Colorectal Adenomas (EXERA III Colorectal Adenoma Study)

Evaluation of the effectiveness of a new system HD2/NBI2 to improve the detection of colorectal neoplastic lesions during colonoscopy in comparison to the former generation with currently highest share of the installed base (nonHD-nonNBI system i.e…