Using ultrasound to detect food blockages in the esophagus

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 will assess adult patients at WellSpan York Hospital Emergency Department who show signs of esophageal food or foreign body impaction. Trained emergency physicians will perform point of care ultrasound (POCUS) to visualize the presence of food bolus or foreign body and measure esophageal dilation. A control group of asymptomatic individuals will also be enrolled to establish baseline esophageal measurements. Patients will receive standard medical treatment, and their outcomes will be monitored over one month.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Eligibility (CASES)

* Inclusion criteria:

  1. Age ≥18 years
  2. Signs and symptoms of esophageal food bolus or foreign body
* Exclusion criteria:

  1. Prior esophageal surgery
  2. History of head/neck cancer
  3. Incarcerated individuals
  4. Individuals unable to provide consent
  5. Clinical instability or airway compromise

Eligibility (CONTROLS)

* Inclusion criteria:

  1. Age ≥18 years
  2. NO signs or symptoms of esophageal food bolus or foreign body
  3. Age/Sex match to previously enrolled case subject
* Exclusion criteria:

  1. Prior esophageal surgery/dilation/pathology
  2. History of head/neck cancer
  3. Incarcerated individuals
  4. Individuals unable to provide consent
  5. Clinical instability or airway compromise
  6. Presentation involving any of the following symptoms:
* Nausea/vomiting
* Diarrhea
* Abdominal pain
* Chest pain
* Shortness of breath
* Dysphagia/odynophagia
* Cough

Where it's running

• WellSpan Health York Hospital
  York, Pennsylvania, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Kristen Oliff
• Email: koliff@wellspan.org
• Phone: 717-851-5075

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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.