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Tests treatment safety and results for Functional Dyspepsia
Official title Evaluation of the Efficacy of Electroacupuncture in the Treatment of Functional Dyspepsia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06618911
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Brief Summary Template for the Study: The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate whether electroacupuncture can treat functional dyspepsia (FD) in adult participants aged 18 to 65 years, including both males and females, who have been diagnosed with functional dyspepsia based on the Rome IV criteria. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does 5 Hz electroacupuncture improve symptoms in functional dyspepsia patients?
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 80
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with functional dyspepsia based on Rome IV diagnostic criteria.
- Aged 18 to 80 years, inclusive, with no gender restrictions.
- Normal endoscopy results within the past year, showing no structural explanation for symptoms.
- No acupuncture treatment in the last month.
- Not participating in any other clinical trials in the past 2 months.
You likely can't join if
- Presence of serious or malignant diseases (e.g., cirrhosis, heart failure, gastrointestinal tumors) that could explain dyspepsia symptoms.
- Positive for Helicobacter pylori infection based on C-13 urea breath test or gastric biopsy.
- History of gastrointestinal surgery (excluding laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgeries).
- Recent use (within 2 weeks) of medications affecting dyspepsia, including prokinetics, proton pump inhibitors, antacids, or antidepressants.
- Presence of severe mental or physical conditions, such as dementia or illiteracy, that could interfere with study participation.
- Severe coagulation disorders.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with functional dyspepsia based on Rome IV diagnostic criteria.
- Aged 18 to 80 years, inclusive, with no gender restrictions.
- Normal endoscopy results within the past year, showing no structural explanation for symptoms.
- No acupuncture treatment in the last month.
- Not participating in any other clinical trials in the past 2 months.
- Able to understand and provide informed consent.
- Presence of serious or malignant diseases (e.g., cirrhosis, heart failure, gastrointestinal tumors) that could explain dyspepsia symptoms.
- Positive for Helicobacter pylori infection based on C-13 urea breath test or gastric biopsy.
- History of gastrointestinal surgery (excluding laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgeries).
- Recent use (within 2 weeks) of medications affecting dyspepsia, including prokinetics, proton pump inhibitors, antacids, or antidepressants.
- Presence of severe mental or physical conditions, such as dementia or illiteracy, that could interfere with study participation.
- Severe coagulation disorders.
- Substance abuse or alcohol dependence.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hangzhou, None Selected, China
- Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 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 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hangzhou, None Selected, China; Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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