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GERD Clinical Trial in Milwaukee, WI

Access cutting-edge gerd treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Milwaukee. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Medical College of Wisconsin

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Milwaukee

    Convenient for WI residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Milwaukee site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This GERD Study in Milwaukee

The overall goal is to define and characterize the manometric characteristics of UES incompetence associated with objectively documented pharyngeal reflux. The investigators will use endoscopic reflux detection as gold standard.

Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age 18 to 85
GERD patients with complaints of regurgitation and supra-esophageal symptoms will be included and recruited from our GI \& Otolaryngology clinics
GERD patients without complaint of supra-esophageal symptoms and regurgitation will be included and recruited from our GI \& Otolaryngology clinics
Asthma patients with and without supra-esophageal symptoms will be included and recruited from clinics affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin. Asthma patients with the following classifications of asthma severity will be included: intermittent, mild persistent, moderate persistent, and severe persistent (as long as no acute asthma exacerbation at the time of the study)
Patient definition will be based on position statement and technical reviews of the American Gastroenterological Association and Montreal definition and classification of gastroesophageal and reflux disease (Am J Gastroenterol. 2006;101:1900-1920).
SERD is defined as patients on long term acid suppressive therapy complaining of persistent regurgitation along with supra-esophageal manifestations such as burning throat, asthma, chronic cough, or hoarseness. Patients will be screened by Reflux Symptom Index \> 13.
Barrett's esophagus patients will be recruited based on histological diagnosis from previous endoscopic biopsy that will be found using the clinical database warehouse.

Exclusion Criteria

Age \<18 or \>85
Active alcohol or drug abuse
History of ear, nose, throat and pulmonary diseases suspected of being GERD induced
History of head and neck malignancy and chemo-radiation therapy to the head and neck
Unable to give consent
Pregnant women (see justification in the Women and Minority Inclusion in Clinical Research section)
History of allergy to Lidocaine for nasal topical anesthesia
Allergy to green food dye
Asthma patients with an acute asthma exacerbation with symptoms including breathlessness, wheezing, and chest tightness

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Milwaukee?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05696184) has an active research site in Milwaukee, WI that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

GERD Treatment Options in Milwaukee, WI

If you're searching for gerd treatment options in Milwaukee, WI, this clinical trial (NCT05696184) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Milwaukee research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced gerd specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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