Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase 1 Interventional Ages 18 to 75

Using a special fluorescent probe to improve endoscopy for gastrointestinal issues

Official title: Study of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A Targeting NIR-II Fluorescence in the Endoscopy of Gastrointestinal Tract

Run by Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences · NCT06430372 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new fluorescent probe during endoscopy to see if it can help doctors find abnormal tissues in the gastrointestinal tract more accurately.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 1
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorInstitute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 20, 2023
Main results expectedMay 30, 2025
Study endsMay 30, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 13, 2025
Trial IDNCT06430372 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals with known or suspected gastrointestinal lesions who are scheduled for an endoscopy.

Probably not a fit

Patients with known allergies to ICG or those with significant organ dysfunction may 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 investigates a novel approach to enhance the detection of abnormal tissues in the gastrointestinal tract during endoscopy using a VEGF-A targeting fluorescent probe and a NIR-II fluorescence endoscope. The main goals are to translate this advanced imaging technique into clinical practice, validate the effectiveness of the topical probe in adhering to abnormal tissues, and assess the safety of this method. Participants will be those scheduled for clinically-indicated endoscopies and will be monitored for potential follow-up. The study aims to provide a more accurate and effective way to identify gastrointestinal lesions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to earlier and more accurate detection of gastrointestinal cancers and other abnormalities.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar studies using advanced imaging techniques have shown promise in improving detection rates in other areas of medicine.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Known or suspected gastrointestinal lesions.
* Scheduled for a clinically-indicated endoscopy.
* Mentally competent person, 18 years or older.
* Approved to sign the informed consent.
* Adequate potential for follow-up.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subjects with known allergy or negative reaction to ICG or derivatives.
* Undesirable function of heart, lung, kidney, or any other organs.
* Enrolled in other trials in the past 3 months.
* Pregnant or trying to conceive.
* Unable to tolerate an endoscopy.
* Medical or psychiatric conditions that compromise the patient's ability to give informed consent.
* The researchers considered inappropriate to be included.

Where it's running

  • Lidan Fu
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    Recruiting

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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.
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