Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Endoscopic Myotomy for Achalasia Treatment

Official title: Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia: A Single-center Registry

Run by Methodist Health System · NCT04640753 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how well a specific procedure called endoscopic myotomy works for treating achalasia in patients who have already had the treatment at Methodist Dallas Medical Center.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorMethodist Health System
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Dallas, Texas)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 6, 2019
Main results expectedFebruary 5, 2027
Study endsFebruary 5, 2027
Registry record updatedJune 10, 2026
Trial IDNCT04640753 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have undergone POEM for achalasia between June 2016 and June 2021.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have not undergone POEM for achalasia or are under 18 years of age 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 study involves a retrospective and prospective chart review of patients who have undergone peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) for achalasia at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. The retrospective review covers patients treated between June 2016 and January 2019, while the prospective review includes patients treated from February 2019 to June 2021. Data will be collected from electronic health records without any additional tests or procedures required for participants. All subjects will be consented for participation, and their data will be de-identified to protect personal health information.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the effectiveness and outcomes of POEM for achalasia, potentially leading to improved treatment protocols.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar endoscopic procedures for achalasia, indicating a potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Any discharged patient who has undergone clinically indicated and/or standard of care POEM for the treatment of Achalasia from 6/2016 to 6/2021.
* Above or equal to 18 years of age

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any patient who has not undergone POEM for the treatment of Achalasia.
* Below 18 years of age

Where it's running

  • Methodist Dallas Medical Center
    Dallas, Texas, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Prashant Kedia, M.D. — The Methodist Hospital Research Institute
  • Study coordinator: Crystee Cooper, DHEd
  • Email: clinicalresearch@mhd.com
  • Phone: 214-947-1280

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.