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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

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25 US clinical trials · 3 currently recruiting

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING 3,000 participants

Progression of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Barrett's Esophagus and the Creation of a Barrett's Registry

Midwest Biomedical Research Foundation

NCT00574327

RECRUITING Phase 3 200 participants

Domperidone in Treating Patients With Gastrointestinal Disorders

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

NCT01696734

RECRUITING NA 44 participants

Mechanistic and Clinical Outcomes of a Surgical Innovation Aimed at Minimizing GERD Associated With VSG (INNOVATE-VSG)

University of California, Irvine

NCT06783751

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING 2,500 participants

Outcomes After Medical and Surgical Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

University of Pittsburgh

NCT00260572

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING 180 participants

Transoral Fundoplication Prior to Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus RNY Gastric Bypass on GERD Symptoms in Bariatric Patients

Lexington Health Incorporated

NCT05365087

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING 54 participants

Morphological Markers of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Baylor College of Medicine

NCT01921686

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 1 43 participants

GCC Agonist Signal in the Small Intestine

University of Wisconsin, Madison

NCT05107219

COMPLETED NA 484 participants

Economic Impact of Guidelines for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

US Department of Veterans Affairs

NCT00057174

COMPLETED Phase 2 480 participants

Selective 5-HT4 Receptor Agonist and Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) in Subjects With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Shire

NCT01472939

COMPLETED Phase 2 282 participants

A Trial of IW-3718 for 8 Weeks in Patients With Symptomatic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals

NCT02637557

COMPLETED Phase 2 200 participants

Maintenance Intermittent Therapy for Symptomatic GERD Patients

Eisai

NCT00165841

COMPLETED NA 129 participants

Randomized EsophyX Versus Sham / Placebo Controlled TIF Trial: The RESPECT Study

EndoGastric Solutions

NCT01136980

COMPLETED NA 121 participants

Comparison of Laparoscopic Hill and Laparoscopic Nissen Anti-Reflux Procedures

Swedish Medical Center

NCT01260935

COMPLETED Phase 2 111 participants

Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in 12-16 Year Old Patients With Rabeprazole

Eisai

NCT00132496

COMPLETED Phase 2 104 participants

Safety and Efficacy of Dexlansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules in Treating Symptomatic Non-Erosive Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Adolescents

Takeda

NCT01642602

COMPLETED Phase 3 80 participants

Evaluate the Effects on Asthma Control of Rabeprazole Given Twice Daily in Subjects With Asthma.

Associated Scientists to Help Minimize Allergies

NCT00214552

COMPLETED 69 participants

Long-term Outcome of Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair With or Without Alloderm Mesh at a University Hospital

University of Nebraska

NCT01776827

COMPLETED Phase 2 63 participants

Safety and Efficacy of Dexlansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules for Healing of Erosive Esophagitis and Maintenance of Healed Erosive Esophagitis and Relief of Heartburn in Adolescents

Takeda

NCT01642615

COMPLETED Phase 2 51 participants

The Role Of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Mayo Clinic

NCT00728481

COMPLETED NA 50 participants

Esophageal Cytology With FISH in Detecting Esophageal Cancer

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

NCT02100189

COMPLETED Phase 1 30 participants

Pharmacodynamic and Pharmacokinetic Study of E3710 Following Oral Administration to Healthy, Male, Japanese Subjects

Eisai Co.

NCT01390714

COMPLETED Phase 1 26 participants

Can Quercetin Increase Claudin-4 and Improve Esophageal Barrier Function in GERD?

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

NCT02226484

COMPLETED 22 participants

Gastric Bypass After Previous Anti-reflux Surgery

University of California, San Francis

NCT01041105

COMPLETED NA 11 participants

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

COMPLETED Phase 1 8 participants

Sensory Evaluation of Dexlansoprazole Delayed-Release Orally Disintegrating Tablets

Takeda

NCT02096458

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Early Phase 1 4
Phase 2 7
Phase 3 2

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 25 US studies indexed under Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, and 3 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 12% 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease shows 2 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 11 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease is led by Takeda with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 25 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

PlainTrial tracks 25 US clinical trials for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, of which 3 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

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.

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.

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