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New study aims to unravel swallowing mysteries in reflux patients

NCT ID NCT07365046

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will use a special test called high-resolution manometry with impedance to closely examine how the throat and esophagus work during swallowing in 160 adults with swallowing difficulties or suspected extraesophageal reflux. Participants will also undergo 24-hour pH monitoring to measure acid exposure. The goal is to better understand swallowing problems and reflux, not to test a new 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 study could lead to better diagnostic methods for swallowing disorders and extraesophageal reflux.
What could go wrong
This is an observational diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly improve patient outcomes, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 160 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Jan 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * age 18-75 years * patients with swallowing difficulties suspected of having a functional oesophageal disorder or patients with clinical signs of extra-oesophageal reflux (Reflux Symptom Index \[RSI\] ≥ 13 or Reflux Symptom Score-12 \[RSS-12\] ≥ 11) signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * patients with a diagnosed tumor of the esophagus or upper airway, or with strong clinical suspicion of a tumor of the esophagus or upper airway * severe neurological disease affecting swallowing * pregnancy * surgery involving the head, neck, or esophagus within the last 6 months

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Cough Deglutition Disorders Laryngopharyngeal Reflux

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital Ostrava

    Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian Region, 70852, Czechia

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