Analysis of Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Esophagitis After Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy
Recruiting
Observational Study
Achalasia
GERD
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology · Other
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About This Trial
Achalasia is an uncommon disorder that results from the degeneration of ganglion cells of the myenteric plexus in the lower esophageal wall. Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a minimally invasive procedure capable of overcoming limitations of achalasia treatments. This study aimed to: 1) identify the prevalence of reflux esophagitis and asymptomatic GERD in patients who underwent POEM, and 2) e…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Males and females who are 18 years of age and older and are willing to sign an Informed Consent Form (ICF)
2. Achalasia patients who underwent POEM
Exclusion Criteria:
1. Lack of written consent for participation in the study
2. Conditions which are contraindication to Esop…
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