Tiny camera inside the gut could spot transplant complication faster

NCT ID NCT06247891

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tested a special microscope-like camera (endocytoscopy) to diagnose upper gut graft-versus-host disease (aGVHD) in 14 patients who had a stem cell transplant. The camera was used during a standard endoscopy to see cells in real time. The goal was to see if this technique could spot aGVHD as well as the usual biopsy method.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a faster, more accurate way to diagnose upper GI graft-versus-host disease without relying solely on biopsies.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 14 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The technique is still experimental and not yet proven to replace standard biopsy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute graft versus host disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ye Zhao

    Shanghai, 210000, China