Massive GERD study tracks which treatment works best Long-Term
NCT ID NCT00260572
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 2,500 people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to compare how well medications and surgery work over time. Researchers will track quality of life, heartburn symptoms, and patient satisfaction. The goal is to identify who benefits most from each treatment and why some treatments fail.
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 study could help doctors better predict which GERD patients will benefit most from surgery versus medication.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly test a new therapy, so results may not change current practice immediately.
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Conditions
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Locations
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UPMC Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States