A tiny stomach tweak may calm reflux after weight-loss surgery — but does it hold up?
NCT ID NCT07749352
First seen Aug 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether a procedure called endoscopic cardia banding plication (ECBP) can help people who still have severe heartburn and reflux after having a sleeve gastrectomy for obesity. The procedure narrows the opening between the stomach and esophagus using bands, without cutting tissue. Researchers reviewed the one-year outcomes of 47 patients who had this procedure, some of whom also received botulinum toxin injections. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce reflux symptoms and improve quality of life for people who haven't found relief with standard medications.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- endoscopic cardia banding plication (ECBP), a procedure that narrows the stomach opening to reduce reflux, sometimes combined with botulinum toxin injections
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this procedure could offer a less invasive option for people with severe reflux after weight-loss surgery, potentially reducing the need for stronger medications or additional surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, retrospective study without a comparison group, so results may not be conclusive. The procedure carries risks like any endoscopic intervention, and its long-term effectiveness is still uncertain.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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China Japan friendship hospital
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100029, China
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