Testing a new way to diagnose Barrett’s esophagus
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests minimally invasive, sample-based tests during an endoscopy to find Barrett’s esophagus and help sort it from esophageal cancer risk. It may help doctors spot changes earlier and more accurately using less invasive methods than standard tissue testing alone.
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Who can take part
- You’re between 50 and 85 years old (for the main group).
- You have acid reflux symptoms/diagnosis plus strong risk: taking reflux meds for at least 3 months in the last 5 years or past erosive esophagitis.
- Your BMI is 30 or higher.
- You have at least three risk factors for Barrett’s esophagus.
- You have not previously been diagnosed with Barrett’s esophagus, and you have not had an endoscopy in the last 5 years (for people in the control portion).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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