Using a new endoscopy technique for bariatric patients
Official title: Use of Sedation-Free Transnasal Endoscopy to Improve Access and Lower Costs of Endoscopic Evaluations in a Bariatric Medical and Surgical Program
Run by Brigham and Women's Hospital · NCT06200961 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new, less invasive endoscopy method for bariatric patients to see if it can improve safety and reduce costs when checking for stomach and digestive issues.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Brigham and Women's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Boston, Massachusetts) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 20, 2026 |
| Main results expected | December 2027 |
| Study ends | June 2028 |
| Registry record updated | June 25, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06200961 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 90 who are referred for esophagoscopy or gastroscopy and are receiving care in a metabolic and bariatric clinic.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years of age or those who are medically contraindicated for endoscopy 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 evaluates the effectiveness of the EvoEndo Endoscopy system for assessing and managing upper gastrointestinal diseases in bariatric patients. It focuses on transnasal endoscopy (TNE), which allows for a less invasive approach compared to traditional sedated oral endoscopy. The study aims to determine if this ultra-slim, single-use endoscope can improve safety, reduce costs, and enhance access to endoscopic care for patients with obesity-related gastrointestinal conditions. By comparing TNE to standard procedures, the study seeks to address challenges such as delayed diagnoses and high costs associated with traditional endoscopy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the safety and accessibility of gastrointestinal evaluations for bariatric patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown the feasibility of transnasal endoscopy in adult populations, but this specific application in bariatric patients is novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patient 18 years of age and less than 90 years of age with clinically referred for esophagoscopy, gastroscopy, or esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) 2. Cared for in metabolic and bariatric clinic Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patient \<18 years of age 2. Medically contraindicated to perform EGD or TNE 3. Inability to provide informed consent
Where it's running
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Christopher C. Thompson, MD, MSc — Brigham and Womens Hospital
- Study coordinator: Michele B Ryan, MS
- Email: mryan@bwh.harvard.edu
- Phone: 617-525-8266
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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.