Glowing dye could make achalasia surgery safer
NCT ID NCT07181070
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a special green dye (indocyanine green) can help surgeons see and fix leaks during laparoscopic Heller-Dor surgery for achalasia, a condition that makes swallowing difficult. About 70 adults with type I or II achalasia will take part. The dye is injected during surgery to highlight any damage to the esophagus, so the surgeon can repair it immediately. The study also checks if this reduces the need for X-rays after surgery and compares recovery over 12 months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
indocyanine green (ICG) dye
What this could lead to
If it works, this could make achalasia surgery safer by helping surgeons spot and fix leaks right away, possibly avoiding extra X-rays.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study with only 70 people. The dye may not clearly show all leaks, and results may not apply to everyone with achalasia.
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Università degli Studi di Napoli, Federico II
RECRUITINGNaples, Italy
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