Clinical Trial: POEM- Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy for Esophageal Motility Disorders

Study Status: Recruiting
Recruit Status: Recruiting
Study Type: Interventional

Official Title: POEM a Novel Endoscopic Treatment for Achalasia

Brief Summary: POEM has recently described as an alternative treatment for achalasia in humans. In this procedure the esophageal sphincter is incised through a submucosal tunnel in the esophagus. In this study we aim to perform POEM on achalasia patients.

Detailed Summary:
Sponsor: Hadassah Medical Organization

Current Primary Outcome: Resolution of dysphagia [ Time Frame: up to 6 months postoperatively ]

Original Primary Outcome: Same as current

Current Secondary Outcome:

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Information By: Hadassah Medical Organization

Dates:
Date Received: January 15, 2012
Date Started: January 2013
Date Completion: January 2018
Last Updated: April 12, 2016
Last Verified: April 2016