Comparing POEM procedure for achalasia patients with or without prior balloon dilation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares a minimally invasive procedure called POEM (Per-oral Endoscopic Myotomy) for treating achalasia, a swallowing disorder. It looks at patients who have not had treatment before versus those who previously had a balloon dilation procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been diagnosed with achalasia (confirmed by a special test called high-resolution manometry)
- You have not had surgery for achalasia in the past
- You are not pregnant
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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