Heat treatment for chronic acid reflux (AREA study)
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new way to treat GERD (chronic acid reflux) using a tiny camera and a device that delivers a gentle heat treatment (argon plasma coagulation) to the area where the stomach meets the esophagus. It's compared to a 'sham' procedure (you won't know which you get) to see if it stops acid from backing up better than medicine alone.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must have had heartburn or acid reflux at least twice a week for the past 6 months or more.
- You need a test result showing that acid builds up in your esophagus (a positive pH study).
- You are currently taking a daily acid-reducing pill (like omeprazole) for your symptoms.
- You must be able to safely have an upper endoscopy (a tube with a camera down your throat).
- You cannot have a large hiatal hernia (bigger than 3 cm), Barrett's esophagus, or other serious esophagus problems.
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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