Testing a new tool during POEM for swallowing problems
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new tool (SpydrBlade) during a procedure called POEM to help people with swallowing problems like achalasia. The goal is to see if it's safe and works well.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a swallowing problem (like achalasia) that needs a procedure called POEM.
- Your symptoms are moderate to severe (Eckardt score of 3 or higher).
- You do not have Chagas disease.
- You are healthy enough for general anesthesia.
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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