Pill-Sized device could replace endoscopy for esophageal cancer risk
NCT ID NCT03830801
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests a new swallowable capsule that uses optical coherence tomography (OCT) to take detailed images of the esophagus and collect targeted tissue samples from areas of concern in people with Barrett's esophagus. The goal is to see if this less invasive method can provide enough tissue for genomic analysis to better predict the risk of developing esophageal cancer. The study involves 30 participants and focuses on the feasibility of the technique.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- IVLCM tethered capsule (device)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a less invasive way to collect tissue samples from Barrett's esophagus, potentially improving early detection of esophageal cancer risk without the need for traditional endoscopy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early pilot study with only 30 participants, so it is not yet proven to work in practice. The technology may not reliably collect enough tissue for analysis, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Massachusetts General Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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