The purpose of this project is to lay the groundwork for a proposed clinical trial to compare the effectiveness of two approaches to gastroesophageal reflux disease: treatment with medications and treatment with anti-reflux surgery. This project includes a non-interventional pilot study to test ways of measuring outcomes of treatment, and to gauge potential participants’ willingness to enroll in the proposed clinical trial.
Official Title
Conditions
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Study Type
Observational
Study Design
Longitudinal, Defined Population, Prospective Study
Further Details
Study Start
Eligibility & Criteria
Criteria:- age 18-80 – Male or Female- diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease – no prior esophageal surgery – no other serious medical conditions – have taken proton pump inhibitor medications
Total Enrolment
Contact Details
[1] Samuel RG Finlayson, MD, MPH 603-650-8113 master.trial@dartmouth.eduAll content and media on the HealthEngine Blog is created and published online for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the nearest hospital emergency department, or call the emergency services immediately.
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