Christopher C. Thompson, Md, Msc
Clinical trials sponsored by Christopher C. Thompson, Md, Msc, explained in plain language.
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Zapping stomach bugs: new scope treatment targets h. pylori
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new method to treat H. pylori infection during an upper endoscopy (stomach scope). Doctors fill the stomach with a saltwater solution and treat it with a special gas (argon plasma) to create a bacteria-killing liquid. The goal is to reduce or eliminate H. pylor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Christopher C. Thompson, MD, MSc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:01 UTC
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Freeze and remove: new cryoprobe tackles pancreatic necrosis
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a cryoprobe—a tool that freezes tissue—to remove dead pancreatic tissue in people with severe pancreatitis. The standard method uses graspers that often struggle with sticky tissue. The cryoprobe may grab larger pieces and reduce complications. About 20 adults wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Christopher C. Thompson, MD, MSc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC
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No-Needle scope: new device could make gut checks easier for bariatric patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, very thin endoscope that can be inserted through the nose without sedation to examine the upper digestive tract in people being treated for obesity. The goal is to see if this approach is more comfortable and convenient than traditional endoscopy, whi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Christopher C. Thompson, MD, MSc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:58 UTC