Testing a new procedure for long-term heartburn
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a new procedure called anti-reflux mucosal ablation to see if it helps people with long-lasting heartburn and acid reflux. It might be an option if medications haven't fully controlled your symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have had GERD for more than 6 months and still have symptoms like heartburn or a lump in your throat even after taking acid-reducing medication for 6 months
- A test showed that acid stays in your esophagus too long (more than 6% of the time) and your DeMeester score is 14.72 or higher
- You do not have a large hiatal hernia (over 2 cm) or a very weak valve in your esophagus
- You have not had previous stomach, esophagus, or anti-reflux surgery
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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