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New treatment option for Esophageal Achalasia
Official title Assessment of Different Modified POEM for Achalasia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04578769
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aims of this study is to compare the efficacy and safety of conventional myotomy (circular myotomy) and modified myotomy (full-thickness myotomy) in the treatment of achalasia patients.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 14 to 70
You may be able to join if
- diagnosed as achalasia type I or II according to the Chicago Classification Version 4.0, with an Eckardt score \>3
- Their age is ≥14years and ≤70 years
- Able to give written consent
You likely can't join if
- undergone previous surgical treatments
- had contra-indication to general anesthesia
- previous surgery of the mediastinum, stomach, or esophagus;
- Pregnant or lactating female
- type III achalasia
- current alcohol or drug addiction, mental retardation, severe congenital or acquired coagulopathy (international normalized ratio \>1.6)
See the full eligibility criteria
- diagnosed as achalasia type I or II according to the Chicago Classification Version 4.0, with an Eckardt score \>3
- Their age is ≥14years and ≤70 years
- Able to give written consent
- undergone previous surgical treatments
- had contra-indication to general anesthesia
- previous surgery of the mediastinum, stomach, or esophagus;
- Pregnant or lactating female
- type III achalasia
- current alcohol or drug addiction, mental retardation, severe congenital or acquired coagulopathy (international normalized ratio \>1.6)
- hepatic cirrhosis with or without portal hypertension, eosinophilic esophagitis (biopsies were performed at index endoscopy), or confirmed Barrett's esophagus
- esophageal diverticula or hiatal hernia based on findings from the index barium esophagram, or other conditions that the investigator believed not appropriate for POEM procedure
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 14 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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