Scientists watch acid reflux in real time to uncover hidden throat damage
NCT ID NCT05696184
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to understand how the throat and esophagus normally prevent stomach contents from reaching the throat in people with GERD. Researchers will use a thin tube with sensors placed through the nose to measure pressure, acid, and liquid movement, along with a tiny camera to watch the throat. The goal is to identify why some people experience throat symptoms like regurgitation, which could improve diagnosis and treatment.
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 better diagnostic tools for GERD patients with throat symptoms.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly change patient care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Medical College of Wisconsin
RECRUITINGMilwaukee, Wisconsin, 53086, United States
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