Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) for the Treatment of Achalasia
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Gastrointestinal |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Gastroenterology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 80 |
| Updated: | 4/21/2016 |
| Start Date: | August 2012 |
| End Date: | December 2014 |
This is a pilot study for a new endoscopic treatment of achalasia. Up to 25 patients will be
recruited for this trial, with the intent to treat 20 patients.
recruited for this trial, with the intent to treat 20 patients.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosis of Achalasia
- Age 16-80
- ASA Class 1-3
Exclusion Criteria:
- Pregnancy
- Any prior surgical or endoscopic treatment for achalasia -- first eight subjects.
After eight subjects have been treated as part of this study, this exclusion criteria no
longer applies
- Patients who are taking immunosuppressive medications or are immunocompromised
- Patients on anticoagulant medications or abnormal coagulation tests
- Patients with severe medical comorbidities, in the judgment of the treating surgeon
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The Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center Located in Columbus, The Ohio State University Wexner...
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