Massive GERD study tracks 2,500 patients for best treatment
NCT ID NCT00260572
First seen Apr 16, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study follows 2,500 people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to compare long-term results of medicine versus surgery. Researchers track quality of life, symptom control, and patient satisfaction. The goal is to learn which patients benefit most from surgery and why some treatments fail.
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UPMC Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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