Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov
Investigation of Impact of Indocyanine Green on Volume of Lymphadenectomy in Resectable Gastric Cancer
Investigation of Effect of Indocyanine Green on Volume of Lymph Node Dissection in Surgical Treatment of Gastric Cancer
Investigation of Impact of Indocyanine Green on Volume of Lymphadenectomy in Resectable Gastric Cancer (NCT06755554) is a Phase 3 interventional studying Gastric Cancer Stage II and Gastric Cancer Stage III, sponsored by Ukrainian Society of Clinical Oncology. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.
About This Trial
The study aims to evaluate the safety and benefits of using indocyanine green in lymph node dissection for gastric cancer surgery. The primary endpoint is the average number of lymph nodes removed. Secondary study points are the average number of ICG-positive lymph nodes; the average number of metastatic ICG-positive lymph nodes; the number of postoperative complications and complications associated with the administration of ICG. Patients who meet the inclusion criteria for this study will be enrolled in the study after reviewing and signing an informed consent form. All patients will be included in one group and will receive surgical treatment in the amount of total or subtotal gastrectomy with lymphadenectomy D1, D1+, D2 or D2+. ICG is injected by the patient by endoscopic submucosal injection into 4 points around the tumor 24-12 hours before the start of the surgical intervention. Assessment of the number of fluorescent lymph nodes will be performed intraoperatively with their subsequent removal and mapping. The incidence of postoperative complications will be assessed by Clavien-Dindo.
What Stage of Research Is This?
Phase 3 trials confirm efficacy and safety in large patient groups (often 300–3,000+) and form the evidence base for an FDA approval submission. For Gastric Cancer Stage II, Phase 3 studies typically randomize participants between the investigational treatment and either a placebo or current standard of care. A successful Phase 3 result is the threshold most treatments need to clear before regulatory approval.
This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.
Target enrollment of 105 participants puts this in the typical range for a Phase 2-style efficacy study or a moderate Phase 3 trial in a focused Gastric Cancer Stage II subpopulation. At this scale, the study has enough statistical power to detect a clear treatment effect but is not the largest cohort in the field.
Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)
These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.
Original Eligibility Criteria
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Treatments Being Tested
Endoscopic injection of Indocyanine green
ICG is injected by the patient by endoscopic submucosal injection into 4 points around the tumor 24-12 hours before the start of the surgical intervention.
Locations (2)
Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial
Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06755554), the sponsor (Ukrainian Society of Clinical Oncology), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.
Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.
Authoritative Sources
The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NCT06755554 clinical trial studying?
The study aims to evaluate the safety and benefits of using indocyanine green in lymph node dissection for gastric cancer surgery. The primary endpoint is the average number of lymph nodes removed. Secondary study points are the average number of ICG-positive lymph nodes; the average number of metastatic ICG-positive lymph nodes; the number of postoperative complications and complications associated with the administration of ICG. Patients who meet the inclusion criteria for this study will be enrolled in the study after reviewing and signing an informed consent form. All patients will be in… The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.
Who can participate in NCT06755554?
Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.
How do I contact the trial site for NCT06755554?
Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.
Is participating in a clinical trial safe?
Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.
Where can I verify the data on this page?
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How This Page Is Built
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Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.