Can stomach electricity reveal gut disease? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06197334

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

Summary

This study uses a homemade device with electrodes placed on the belly to record electrical signals from the stomach and intestines. Researchers will compare these signals in healthy volunteers, people with Crohn's disease (with or without fibrosis), and people with functional gastrointestinal disorders. The goal is to see if the electrical patterns differ between these groups, which could eventually help diagnose or monitor gut conditions without invasive tests.

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 lead to a non-invasive way to help diagnose or monitor gut conditions like Crohn's disease.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear differences, and any future diagnostic use would require much more testing.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Crohn disease digestive system disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHRU Nancy

    RECRUITING

    Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, CHRU de Nancy, 54511, France

    Contact

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  • CHRU de Nancy - Brabois

    RECRUITING

    Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, 54500, France

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••