Symptoms and Quality of Life in Patients With Heterotopic Gastric Mucosa (HGM)
Recruiting
Observational Study
Heterotopic Gastric Mucosa of the Proximal Esophagus
Gastric Inlet Patches
Dysphagia
Dyspepsia
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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
- 721 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Knappschaft Kliniken GmbH · Other
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About This Trial
The goal of this observational study is to learn whether heterotopic gastric mucosa (HGM) in the upper esophagus is associated with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) in adults undergoing a medically indicated gastroscopy. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Is the presence of HGM associated with dysphagia?
* Is the presence of HGM associated with dyspepsia and reduced health-related qua…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Planned upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (gastroscopy) for clinical reasons (any indication)
* Age ≥ 18 years
* Written informed consent
* Ability to complete the study questionnaires prior to endoscopy
Exclusion Criteria:
* Previously known heterotopic gastric mucosa (HGM)
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