Clinical trials
Dysphagia, Esophageal clinical trials
Below are recruiting dysphagia, esophageal clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 12 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07027826Recruiting
String test for eosinophilic esophagitis in African patients
This study tests a new, less invasive way (the Esophageal String Test) to look for signs of eosinophilic esophagitis—an allergic condition that can make swallowing painful or difficult. It is for people of African descent who have trouble swallowing and are already having an endoscopy.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT07708467Enrolling by invitation
Esophageal function study in eosinophilic esophagitis
This study looks at how the esophagus stretches and moves in people with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) who still have symptoms even though their inflammation is under control. The goal is to better understand why symptoms persist and find better ways to measure them.
Milan, MIAges 18 years+ - NCT04695600RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Botox for swallowing problems after brain injury
This trial tests if Botox injections in the throat can help people who have trouble swallowing due to a brain condition like stroke. It aims to improve safety and ease of eating and drinking.
New Delhi, National Capital Territory of DelhiAges 14 years+ - NCT04503785Recruiting
Tests for swallowing problems using throat pressure and impedance
This study records measurements of how your esophagus (food tube) moves and how the swallowing pathway behaves. It also uses symptom scoring to see how the test results match your swallowing symptoms, which could help improve care for people with swallowing trouble.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–99 - NCT06070376Recruiting
Comparing two stents for esophageal cancer swallowing problems
This study compares two types of stents (metal tubes) placed in the esophagus to help people with advanced esophageal cancer swallow more easily. Both stents are designed to keep the esophagus open and improve quality of life.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT05629325RecruitingPhase 4
Buspirone for weak or missing esophagus contractions
This study tests whether buspirone helps people whose esophagus does not squeeze properly (or doesn’t squeeze at all), causing swallowing problems. You would be assigned to buspirone or a placebo and monitored to see if symptoms improve.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT06618742Recruiting
Cooling balloon for swallowing trouble in esophageal cancer
This study tests a cooling balloon device to treat trouble swallowing caused by advanced esophageal cancer. It aims to open up the esophagus so you can eat more easily.
UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT06883175Recruiting
New ways to measure how your esophagus works
This study uses special probes to measure the movement and pressure in your esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach) to better understand swallowing problems like achalasia, GERD, and other conditions. The goal is to improve how doctors diagnose and treat these issues.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–85 - NCT07780981Recruiting
Body position study for endoscopy pressure measurements
This study looks at whether lying on your back or side affects a measurement taken during a routine endoscopy procedure to check how well your esophagus and stomach opening are working. It may help doctors get more accurate readings to guide your care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 5–21 - NCT05708885Recruiting
Testing a tool to change esophagus muscle movement
This study looks at how a device affects how the esophagus muscles squeeze and relax. It may help people better understand swallowing problems, even if their usual esophagus test looks normal.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–90 - NCT04074356Enrolling by invitation
Tests for esophagus function using noninvasive body measurements
This study looks for noninvasive ways to measure how well your esophagus is moving. It may help doctors better evaluate swallowing and esophagus movement without relying only on invasive testing.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT03187925Recruiting
Treatment studies for Zenker’s or CP bar throat pouches
This trial studies people with Zenker’s diverticulum (or a related condition called CP bar) in the throat and upper food pipe. It looks at outcomes when the “shared wall” is divided using an open or endoscopic approach, or when surgery isn’t possible but follow-up can happen.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–100
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for dysphagia, esophageal?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 12 recruiting dysphagia, esophageal studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a dysphagia, esophageal trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a dysphagia, esophageal trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.