Swallow a sponge to catch cancer? new study tests it
NCT ID NCT07212491
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tests a new, less invasive way to detect Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer using a sponge on a string. Participants swallow the sponge, which collects cells from the esophagus for lab analysis. The goal is to see if this simple test can accurately identify early signs of cancer, potentially reducing the need for frequent endoscopies. The study involves 450 adults with Barrett's esophagus who are already scheduled for an endoscopy.
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, 32224-9980, United States
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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