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Barrett Esophagus
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33 US clinical trials · 18 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
Clinical Utility of WATS3D: A 5-Year Prospective Study
CDx Diagnostics
NCT04312633
InAdvance: Surveillance, Prevention, and Interception in a Population at Risk for Cancer
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
NCT05463796
EsophaCap for the Detection of Early Esophageal Carcinoma
Johns Hopkins University
NCT04214119
Seattle Biopsy Protocol Versus Wide-Area Transepithelial Sampling in Patients With Barrett's Esophagus Undergoing Surveillance
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05530343
Minimally Invasive Molecular Approaches for the Diagnosis of Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
Mayo Clinic
NCT03961945
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
AdventHealth
NCT05468008
Multi-Site Detection of Barrett's Esophagus in Patients Without Chronic GERD Symptoms
Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
NCT06687603
Non-Endoscopic Detection of Barrett's Esophagus Using Methylation Biomarkers on EndoSign® Cell Collection Device Samples
Cyted Health
NCT06803927
Surveillance vs. Endoscopic Therapy for Barrett's Esophagus With Low-grade Dysplasia
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05753748
Patient Preferences for Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Cancer Screening Tests
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT06693622
Nonendoscopic Screening for Barrett's Esophagus in Veterans Without Chronic Reflux
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
NCT06746623
Assessment of a Minimally Invasive Collection Device for Molecular Analysis of Esophageal Samples
Mayo Clinic
NCT06071845
Longitudinal Oral Microbiome Sampling for BE
Columbia University
NCT05133102
Wide-Area Transepithelial Sampling in Endoscopic Eradication Therapy for Barrett's Esophagus
Northwestern University
NCT05056051
Obeticholic Acid for Prevention in Barrett's Esophagus
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
NCT04939051
Pilot Study for OCT Guided In Vivo Laser Capture Microdissection for Assessing the Prognosis of Barrett's Esophagus
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT03830801
Barrett's Esophagitis in Anorexia Nervosa Binge/Purge Subtype
Denver Health and Hospital Authority
NCT06532734
Impact of RFA on Esophageal Distensibility and Mucosal Impedance
Mayo Clinic
NCT07126535
Novel Biomarkers in the Neoplastic Progression of Barrett's Esophagus
Johns Hopkins University
NCT00431756
Coordinating Center: Natural History of Barrett's Esophagus Using Tethered Capsule Endomicroscopy
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT03459339
Multi-center Clinical Study to Evaluate the C2 CryoBalloon Focal Ablation System
Pentax Medical
NCT02514525
Natural History of Barrett's Esophagus Using Tethered Capsule Endomicroscopy
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT02994693
Nitrous Oxide For Endoscopic Ablation of Refractory Barrett's Esophagus (NO FEAR-BE)
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT03554356
GCC Agonist Signal in the Small Intestine
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT05107219
Aspirin in Preventing Disease Recurrence in Patients With Barrett Esophagus After Successful Elimination by Radiofrequency Ablation
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
NCT02521285
HALO Patient Registry: Ablation of Barrett's Esophagus
Medtronic - MITG
NCT00848237
trūFreeze® Spray Cryotherapy Patient Registry
US Endoscopy Group
NCT01802203
Micro-Layer Ablation of Barrett's Metaplasia- A Two-Phase, Multi-Center Trial - Extension of Follow-up to 5 Years
Covidien, GI Solutions
NCT00489268
An Evaluation of the Utility of the ExSpiron Respiratory Variation Monitor During Upper GI Endoscopy
Donald Mathews
NCT02310230
The Microbiome, Bile Acids, and Notch in Barrett's Esophagus (BE)
Columbia University
NCT05524844
OCT Pilot in Esophagus
Duke University
NCT03434834
a/LCI-OCT Pilot in Esophagus
Duke University
NCT04392167
Swallowable Sponge Cell Sampling Device and Next Generation Sequencing in Detecting Esophageal Cancer in Patients With Low or High Grade Dysplasia, Barrett Esophagus, or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute
NCT02890979
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Early Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 2 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Barrett Esophagus Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 33 US studies indexed under Barrett Esophagus, and 18 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 55% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Barrett Esophagus shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 3 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Barrett Esophagus is led by University of Colorado, Denver with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 33 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Barrett Esophagus?
PlainTrial tracks 33 US clinical trials for Barrett Esophagus, of which 18 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Barrett Esophagus?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.