Balloon or scope? trial aims to settle best fix for kids with achalasia
NCT ID NCT07167355
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 36 times
Summary
This trial compares two procedures—balloon dilation and per oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM)—to see which better relieves swallowing difficulties in children with achalasia cardia. Seventy children aged 3-17 will be randomly assigned to one procedure, and if it fails, they can switch to the other. The study will track success at 12 months using symptom scores and X-ray tests.
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Active substance
Balloon dilation and per oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM)
What this could lead to
If this trial succeeds, it could show which procedure is better at relieving swallowing problems in children with achalasia, helping guide treatment choices.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 70 children. Results may not apply to all kids, and both procedures carry risks like bleeding or infection.
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