HemoPill for Gastrointestinal Bleeding
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests the HemoPill acute, a swallowable capsule that detects blood in the upper digestive system. It targets patients suspected of having upper digestive tract bleeding. The capsule helps doctors by providing additional information about internal bleeding.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is the HemoPill safe for detecting gastrointestinal bleeding?
The HemoPill, a sensor capsule used to detect blood in the gastrointestinal tract, has been evaluated in clinical settings, but specific safety data for humans is not detailed in the available research. However, no adverse events related to its use are mentioned, suggesting it may be generally safe.12345
How is the HemoPill treatment different from other treatments for gastrointestinal bleeding?
The HemoPill is unique because it is a pill-shaped sensor capsule that patients swallow to detect bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract in real-time, unlike traditional treatments that require endoscopic procedures. This telemetric approach allows for timely diagnosis and monitoring without invasive methods.13467
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment HemoPill for gastrointestinal bleeding?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Melissa Latorre, MD
Principal Investigator
NYU Langone Health
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 who may have bleeding in their upper digestive tract, are able to give informed consent, and are already scheduled for an endoscopy. It's not for those with GI obstructions, swallowing disorders, pregnant women or people with pacemakers or similar devices.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-Endoscopy Preparation
Participants ingest the HemoPill acute capsule shortly before the scheduled endoscopy
Endoscopy and Treatment
Endoscopy is performed to identify and treat any bleeding pathologies as per clinical standard
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after the endoscopy procedure
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- HemoPill
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
NYU Langone Health
Lead Sponsor