The Correlation Between the Barium Examination and High Resolution Impedance Manometry

Launched by NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · May 4, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is focused on understanding how two different tests—high-resolution impedance manometry and barium swallowing studies—can help evaluate swallowing function after surgery to remove part of the esophagus. Swallowing can be affected by various conditions, and while the barium test has been used to assess this, researchers want to see if the new high-resolution manometry can provide better insights. This study aims to compare the results from both tests to see how well they work together in measuring swallowing recovery.

To participate in this trial, patients must be undergoing elective esophagectomy, which is surgery to remove part of the esophagus. However, patients with serious health issues, like major heart or lung diseases, or those with bleeding disorders, cannot take part. This study is not currently recruiting participants, but when it begins, those who qualify can expect to undergo both tests to help improve our understanding of swallowing after surgery.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • patients receiving elective esopagectomy
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • patients with major organ disease, such as heart, lung, or liver disease
• • patients with coagulopathy