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NCT02454335 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
POEM Anterior Versus Posterior Approach
A NA study, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 150
- Enrollment target
NCT02454335: Completed NA study, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University.
NCT02454335 is a NA study that has completed, run by Johns Hopkins University. The registered enrollment target is 150 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (89% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT02454335, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 150 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is an incisionless procedure used to treat esophageal achalasia, performed by GI endoscopist without cutting any surface of the human body. The main constituent of the procedure is the myotomy part, through which the endoscopist cuts the muscle fibers in the submucosa. Since this procedure is completely new to the area of treatment of achalasia, it is unknown whether a posterior or an anterior myotomy is better in relieving the symptoms. Thenceforth, this study aims at randomizing patients with achalasia presenting for POEM to getting either the posterior or the anterior myotomy. Patients will be followed up for symptoms and complications; data will be extracted and the appropriate analysis will be employed to determine if there is any difference of outcome between the two techniques of myotomy.
Primary Outcome
The standardized clinical scoring system for achalasia will be assessed at 2 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year post procedure. The score is based on the results of a self- administered questionnaire using 4 items related to digestive symptoms including weight loss, dysphagia, retrosternal pain, and regurgitation. Each item is rated from 0 to 3 (0= none, 1= occasional, 2=daily, 3=with every meal).
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 150 participants |
| Start Date | 2015-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2017-11 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT02454335 record still lists
NCT02454335 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 150 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (89% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy is the first listed.
NCT02454335 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02454335 about?
NCT02454335 is a clinical study titled "POEM Anterior Versus Posterior Approach". Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is an incisionless procedure used to treat esophageal achalasia, performed by GI endoscopist without cutting any surface of the human body. The main constituent of the procedure is the myotomy part, through which the endoscopist cuts the muscle fibers in the submuc...
What is the current status of trial NCT02454335?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 150 participants. The study started on 2015-01. Estimated completion is 2017-11.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02454335?
The interventions under investigation include: Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (PROCEDURE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02454335?
This trial is sponsored by Johns Hopkins University, which has 1,448 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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Where NCT02454335's enrollment target sits among peer trials
150 661st of 2000 higher than 1,299 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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