Quitting opioids may heal the esophagus, small study hopes

NCT ID NCT05854303

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at whether stopping opioid use can reverse opioid-induced esophageal dysfunction, a condition that causes trouble swallowing and chest pain. Researchers will follow 26 adults enrolled in a pain rehabilitation center who are already planning to quit opioids. The main goal is to see how many people's esophagus function returns to normal after they stop taking opioids.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic Minnesota

    RECRUITING

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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