Endoscopic Myotomy for Achalasia Treatment

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

Methodist Health System · NCT04640753

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
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorMethodist Health System (other)
Locations1 site (Dallas, Texas)
Trial IDNCT04640753 on ClinicalTrials.gov

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.

Who should consider this trial

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

Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone POEM for achalasia or are under 18 years of age will not benefit from this study.

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

Eligibility criteria

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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 this trial is running

Dallas, Texas

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: Achalasia

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.