Trials & Projects

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Clinical Trials & Projects

ECOPOP brings together a portfolio of clinical trials and research initiatives focused on improving outcomes in early colorectal cancer.

Our projects evaluate innovative, less invasive treatment strategies while maintaining oncological safety, with a strong emphasis on patient quality of life and long-term outcomes.

Active Trials

ETHOS Trial

Recruiting

A randomized controlled trial comparing endoscopic full-thickness resection (eFTR) with standard surgical resection in early-stage colon cancer.

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SCAR Study

Preparation

Investigating organ-preserving strategies in rectal cancer patients with a focus on minimizing surgical burden.

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Research Areas

Minimally invasive treatment

Exploring endoscopic and hybrid approaches as alternatives to traditional surgery.

Biomarkers

Identifying predictors of recurrence and metastasis to guide treatment decisions.

Artificial intelligence

Developing AI-based tools for staging, diagnosis, and clinical decision support.

Quality of life

Assessing long-term patient outcomes beyond survival, including functional results.

Join a Trial

Interested in participating or referring patients to ECOPOP trials? We collaborate with clinical centres across Europe and beyond.

Trials Overview

ECOPOP coordinates multiple clinical trials across international centres, focusing on organ-preserving treatment strategies.

Status: ongoing & upcoming
Focus: early colorectal cancer

Participation

Centres interested in joining ongoing trials or patients seeking participation can contact the coordination team.

Email:
ecopop@gumed.edu.pl