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Compares treatment options for Crohn Disease
Official title Comparing Endoscopic Strictureplasty vs. Balloon Dilation in Crohn's Disease Strictures
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06203782
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Crohn's disease (CD) is an inflammatory bowel disease characterized by chronic ulcers, strictures, and penetrating lesions in the intestinal tract. In the early stages of the disease, inflammation and ulcers are the primary manifestations.
- 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 18 to 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age between 18 and 75 years old. Clear evidence of primary or secondary strictures in Crohn's disease that can be identified through imaging and...
- If the patient has previously undergone endoscopic treatment, they must have remained asymptomatic for at least one year.
- Complete or partial intestinal obstruction. Ineffectiveness of traditional and step-up treatment approaches. Stricture length less than 5 cm. A...
You likely can't join if
- Strictures complicated by abscesses, fistulas, or other active lesions that are not confined to the stricture site.
- Strictures that have previously been treated with stents or dilation, but without symptomatic relief maintained for more than one year.
- Pregnancy or lactation. Inability to undergo endoscopic treatment. Severe coagulation disorders (platelet count less than 70,000, INR greater than...
- Concurrent advanced-stage tumors or other severe systemic comorbidities.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hangzhou, Hangzhou, 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, 18 years to 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hangzhou, Hangzhou, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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