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CTIF Trial Summary
This trial will compare the effectiveness and safety of two different treatments for GERD in patients with hiatal hernia who are also having hernia repair surgery.
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- I have had surgery to prevent acid reflux.You need to have a surgery that involves using a mesh implant at the same time as the study.My BMI was over 35 at the time of my surgery.You are willing to participate in the study for a long period of time.I have severe GERD and a small hiatal hernia.My tests show severe acid reflux or serious damage to my esophagus.I have not had stomach surgery that affects its function or the ability to perform certain medical procedures.I have severe GERD and a small hiatal hernia.I have severe stomach emptying issues.I am between 22 and 80 years old.
- Group 1: Combo Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (CTIF)
- Group 2: Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication (LNF)
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this research endeavor open to individuals aged 25 and above?
"This clinical trial is recruiting individuals aged between 22 and 80 years."
What is the aggregate number of individuals involved in this experiment?
"EndoGastic Solutions, the sponsor of this medical study, is recruiting 142 patients who meet their inclusion criteria. The trial will take place at multiple sites such as University of California Irvine in Austin, Texas and The University of Texas at Austin in Appleton Wisconsin."
What criteria must be met in order to qualify for participation in this medical experiment?
"Applicants must be between the ages of 22 and 80, as well as possess a hiatus hernia to qualify for this trial. In total, 142 participants are desired by researchers conducting it."
Is the research study still open to new participants?
"Correct, prospective participants can apply as this trial has been accepting enrollees since January 26th 2021. The study's page on clinicaltrials.gov was recently updated to reflect changes made in June 17th 2022."
How widely has this research been conducted across different sites?
"The trial is currently enrolling participants at 8 separate sites, including Austin, Appleton and Los Angeles. To make the process as effortless as possible for enrolled patients, it's important to select a location that minimizes travel requirements."
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