Understanding how the stomach moves food in humans.
Electrophysiological Events Underlying Human Gastric Motility.
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA RENO · NIH-11051058
This study is looking at how the stomach moves and empties food, especially for people with conditions like gastroparesis, to help us understand what affects this process and find better treatments.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA RENO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (RENO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11051058 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms of gastric motility in humans, focusing on how the stomach processes and empties food. By examining human gastric muscles, the study aims to uncover the electrophysiological events that regulate these processes, which are often poorly understood compared to animal models. The research will also explore how factors like age, sex, and ethnicity influence gastric function, particularly in individuals suffering from disorders such as gastroparesis. This comprehensive approach may lead to better therapies for gastric motility disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing gastric motility disorders, such as gastroparesis or functional dyspepsia, particularly those who are older or female.
Not a fit: Patients with no gastric motility issues or those who are not within the targeted age or sex demographics may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for gastric motility disorders, enhancing the quality of life for affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: While much of the existing knowledge comes from animal studies, this research aims to fill a gap in understanding human gastric motility, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
RENO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA RENO — RENO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WARD, SEAN M — UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA RENO
- Study coordinator: WARD, SEAN M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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