Measuring esophageal function and swallowing difficulties

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 aims to compare esophageal manometry measurements and EndoFLIP Balloon measurements in patients experiencing dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing. It focuses on patients with known esophageal diagnoses who are referred to the GI Motility Lab at Indiana University Hospital. The study seeks to establish a registry that correlates the results of these diagnostic tests with clinical symptoms, enhancing the understanding of non-obstructive dysphagia. Both tests used in this study are FDA-approved and currently utilized in clinical practice.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients who presented to GI Motility Lab at IU University Hospital for esophageal manometry-impedance and/or EndoFLIP

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \<18 yrs old
* Unable to communicate verbally with the staff

Where it's running

• Indiana University Health University Hospital
  Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: John M Wo, MD — Indiana University
• Study coordinator: Lainna Cohen
• Email: larcohen@iu.edu

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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.