Detecting Barrett's esophagus with a non-endoscopic device
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a device that collects cells from the esophagus using a swallowed capsule, which may detect Barrett's esophagus without a standard endoscopy. It is for people who are already scheduled for an endoscopy.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for an upper endoscopy (EGD) for Barrett's esophagus.
- You have Barrett's esophagus that is at least 1 cm long.
- You are willing to swallow a capsule attached to a string before your endoscopy.
- You have not had any prior treatment for Barrett's esophagus (such as endoscopic removal).
- You can swallow a pill about the size of a large vitamin capsule.
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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