Comparing two methods for examining gastrointestinal lesions
Official title: Randomized Trial of Endoscopic Ultrasound Examination Using EndoSound Vision System vs. Standard Echoendoscope
Run by Orlando Health, Inc. · NCT06340620 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether a new imaging system for examining gastrointestinal lesions works better than the standard method for people undergoing endoscopic ultrasound.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 140 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Orlando Health, Inc. Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Orlando, Florida) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 2026 |
| Main results expected | December 2027 |
| Study ends | December 2028 |
| Registry record updated | October 20, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06340620 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who require an EUS examination for various gastrointestinal conditions.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years old or those unable to consent for the procedure will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This trial compares the standard echoendoscope with the newly developed EndoSound Visual System for evaluating lesions in the gastrointestinal tract. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a key procedure for diagnosing pancreatic and bile duct diseases, and this study aims to assess whether the EndoSound Visual System offers advantages over traditional methods. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the standard or the new system during their EUS examination. The goal is to determine which method provides better diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic capabilities for patients with pancreatic and gastrointestinal diseases.
How similar studies have gone: While endoscopic ultrasound is a well-established technique, the specific application of the EndoSound Visual System is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Any patient undergoing EUS examination for evaluation of the pancreas, bile duct, mediastinal or intraabdominal lymph nodes, or luminal lesions in the esophagus, stomach, duodenum or colon. Exclusion Criteria: * Age \< 18 years. * Unable to obtain consent for the procedure from either the patient or LAR. * Intrauterine pregnancy.
Where it's running
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Orlando Health
Orlando, Florida, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ji Young Bang, MD MPH — Orlando Health, Digestive Health Institute
- Study coordinator: Ji Young Bang, MD MPH
- Email: jiyoung.bang@orlandohealth.com
- Phone: 321-841-2431
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.