Comparing two surgical techniques for treating Type 2 Achalasia

Standard Versus Oesophago-gastric Junction Complex Myotomy for Treatment naïve Type 2 Achalasia Patients

NA · Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India · NCT06870630

This study is testing two different surgical methods for treating Type 2 Achalasia to see which one works better and has fewer side effects.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment158 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorAsian Institute of Gastroenterology, India (other)
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations1 site (Hyderabad, Telangana)
Trial IDNCT06870630 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial involves randomly assigning eligible patients with Type 2 Achalasia to receive either a standard myotomy or a myotomy focused on the esophagogastric junction complex. The study aims to evaluate the incidence of reflux through 24-hour pH analysis and assess treatment success using the Eckardt score at a three-month follow-up. Additionally, it will analyze recovery of esophageal peristalsis, procedure time, adverse effects, hospital stay duration, and quality of life post-procedure. Participants and care providers will be blinded to the treatment allocation to ensure unbiased results.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years diagnosed with Type 2 Achalasia based on high-resolution manometry.

Not a fit: Patients with Type 1 or Type 3 Achalasia, previous treatments for achalasia, or contraindications to the POEM procedure may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and quality of life for patients with Type 2 Achalasia.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar surgical approaches, indicating potential for effective treatment options.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult \>18 years
* Diagnosis of Type 2 Achalasia cardia based on High resolution manometry.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with Type 1 \& 3 ACHALASIA CARDIA
* Patients with previous endoscopic or surgical treatment for achalasia
* Patients with standard exclusion criteria for POEM procedure such as contraindication to general anesthesia, coagulopathy (international normalized ratio \> 1.5, platelet count \< 50 000/μL), portal hypertension, pregnancy, breast feeding women, and diffuse scarring in the esophagus due to previous surgery or radiation.

Where this trial is running

Hyderabad, Telangana

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Esophageal Diseases

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.