Endoscopic procedure for treating gastroparesis
Official title: Gastric Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (G-POEM) for the Treatment of Gastroparesis: A Database Repository
Run by Indiana University · NCT04434781 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new endoscopic procedure called G-POEM to see if it can help people with gastroparesis feel better and manage their symptoms.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 75 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Indiana University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Indianapolis, Indiana) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 7, 2018 |
| Main results expected | August 15, 2026 |
| Study ends | August 15, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | February 18, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT04434781 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who have been referred for endoscopic treatment of gastroparesis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years of age or those without a confirmed diagnosis of gastroparesis 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 observational study focuses on Gastric Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (G-POEM), a minimally invasive procedure aimed at treating gastroparesis, a condition characterized by delayed gastric emptying. The study aims to gather data on the clinical impact of G-POEM on patients suffering from this condition, which can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and malnutrition. By analyzing the outcomes of this procedure, the research seeks to enhance understanding of gastroparesis and improve patient management strategies. The study will involve patients who are referred for endoscopic treatment to manage their symptoms.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this procedure could significantly improve symptom management and quality of life for patients with gastroparesis.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar endoscopic approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age * Referral for endoscopic treatment of Gastroparesis for symptom management Exclusion Criteria: * \< 18 years of age * Absence of gastroparesis based on scintigraphy studies
Where it's running
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Indiana University Hospital
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mohammad Al-Haddad, MD — Indiana University
- Study coordinator: Jacque Peterman
- Email: petermaj@iu.edu
- Phone: 317-944-0980
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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.