ACHALASIA

This study follows 600 adults who are already scheduled to have a standard procedure called POEM to treat swallowing or stomach muscle problems. Researchers will track how well the procedure works over time and how often side effects like acid reflux occur. No new treatments are …

This study looks at how safe and effective a special device called Speedboat UltraSlim™ is when used during a surgery called POEM to treat swallowing problems like achalasia. About 40 adults who are already scheduled for this surgery will have their medical records reviewed. The …

This study tests a new device called SpydrBlade Flex for a procedure called POEM in people with achalasia, a condition that makes swallowing difficult. The device uses radiofrequency and microwave energy to cut muscle in the esophagus, helping food pass more easily. Researchers w…

This study is a registry that will collect medical information from up to 10,000 people with esophageal problems like GERD, achalasia, and other swallowing disorders. Researchers will gather data from standard tests to better understand these conditions. The goal is to improve di…

This study looks at whether a special green dye, called indocyanine green, can help surgeons see and fix small leaks in the esophagus during a procedure for achalasia (a swallowing disorder). About 70 adults with type I or II achalasia will be watched during and after surgery. Th…

This study looks at muscle scarring in the esophagus of people with achalasia, a swallowing disorder. Researchers want to see how scarring relates to muscle function tests. The goal is to understand the disease better so doctors can treat it earlier. About 80 adults with achalasi…