Asian Institute Of Gastroenterology, India

This study looks at adults with walled-off pancreatic necrosis (a complication of severe pancreatitis) who need a temporary metal stent to drain fluid. Researchers want to see if removing the stent earlier (at 2 weeks) and replacing it with a smaller plastic tube works better tha…

This study tests whether vonaprazan, a newer acid-blocking drug, works better than the standard drug esomeprazole for healing acid reflux damage after POEM surgery. About 300 adults who developed moderate-to-severe esophagitis after POEM will take one of the two medications for 8…

This study tests whether taking pancreatic enzyme pills can help people with severe acute pancreatitis regain weight. The trial includes 140 adults aged 18-60 who have lost at least 5% of their body weight due to the disease. Participants will receive either the enzyme pills or a…

This study looks at whether a weight-loss procedure called Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG), combined with healthy eating and exercise, can improve obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in people with obesity. About 74 adults with moderate to severe OSA will be randomly assigned to r…

This study compares a new AI-guided robotic stapler to a standard stapler for colorectal cancer surgery. The goal is to see if the smart stapler reduces serious complications like leaks from the surgical connection. About 200 adults aged 18-90 having planned robotic or laparoscop…

This study tests whether a machine learning model can accurately identify which patients with a moderate chance of having bile duct stones actually need an endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) or MRI scan (MRCP). Researchers will enroll 1,000 adults and compare the computer's predictions …

This study tests whether rinsing the bile duct opening with cold water, in addition to standard rectal anti-inflammatory medication, can better prevent pancreatitis after an ERCP procedure. About 150 adults needing ERCP will be randomly assigned to receive either the standard med…

This study tests whether a new drug called vonaprazan (10 mg or 20 mg) works better than the standard medicine esomeprazole (40 mg) for healing moderate to severe acid reflux damage in the esophagus. About 414 adults with confirmed reflux esophagitis will take one of the three tr…

This study tests an artificial intelligence tool that helps doctors see blood vessels during endoscopic procedures for achalasia or tumors. The AI aims to reduce the risk of bleeding and injury by spotting vessels faster and more accurately. Twenty participants will be enrolled t…

This study tests a new method to prevent bleeding during a procedure called POEM, which helps people with swallowing disorders. The new method uses water to seal blood vessels, while the standard method uses air. The goal is to see if the water method reduces the need for extra t…

This study looks at how acid reflux damages the esophagus in people who had a POEM procedure for achalasia compared to those without esophageal movement problems. Researchers will examine 200 adults using endoscopy and acid exposure tests three months after treatment. The goal is…

This study compares the carbon footprint of two tests used to diagnose gallstones: endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP). Both tests are equally accurate, but MRCP uses more energy and requires large machines. The study will measure th…

This study looks at how much energy, water, and waste are used during different types of bowel imaging tests for people with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. The goal is to see if a simple, non-invasive ultrasound can be a greener alternative to colonoscopy and CT scans. Ab…

This study looks at 500 adults with acute pancreatitis to find out how often blood clots form in the veins around the pancreas (splanchnic veins). Researchers will also check if these clots are linked to more severe pancreatitis. Participants will have imaging scans to detect clo…