Could a gel help kids with narrow esophagi avoid repeated surgeries?

NCT ID NCT07560462

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a budesonide gel, taken orally twice a day for 12 weeks, can reduce the number of endoscopic balloon dilations needed for children with esophageal strictures. The trial will enroll 32 children under 12 who have a narrowing where their esophagus was surgically repaired. The goal is to see if the gel helps them swallow effectively without needing as many procedures.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

budesonide gel

What this could lead to

If it works, this could reduce the number of painful dilation procedures children need for esophageal strictures.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 32 children. The treatment may not work better than standard care, and side effects are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Esophageal Stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Shaare Zedek Medical Centre

    Jerusalem, 91031, Israel