Green dye to improve surgery for swallowing disorder
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special fluorescent dye called indocyanine green (ICG) can help surgeons see better during laparoscopic Heller-Dor surgery for achalasia. It may improve the safety and success of the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have achalasia type I or II (a swallowing problem).
- You are scheduled for laparoscopic Heller-Dor surgery (a keyhole stomach surgery).
- You have not had any previous treatments for achalasia (like botox injections or dilation).
- You have no allergies to dyes like indocyanine green, barium, or gastrografin.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is below 30.
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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