The Accuracy and Acceptability of Magnet Assisted Capsule Endoscopy in the Diagnosis of Esophageal Pathology: a Pilot Study

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Oesophageal Varices; Barrett's Oesophagus

• Registration Number: NCT02852161
• Lead Sponsor: University of Nottingham

Brief Summary

A pilot study to assess the accuracy and acceptability of a magnet assisted capsule endoscopy in detecting esophageal pathology compared to standard endoscopy.

Detailed Description

This will be a single centre feasibility study performed at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts.

We will assess the accuracy of MACE compared to gastroscopy in diagnosing Barretts oesophagus and esophageal varices. Patients will have both tests on the same ay, with the endoscopic findings compared.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2016-07
• Study First Submitted: 2016-07-28
• Study First Submitted QC: 2016-07-28
• Study First Posted: 2016-08-02
• Primary Completion: 2018-10
• Study Completion: 2018-10
• Status Verified: 2022-01
• Last Update Submitted: 2022-01-06
• Last Update Posted: 2022-01-10

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 50

Inclusion Criteria

Due to have a clinically indicated gastroscopy Barrett's oesophagus/ oesophageal varices or Controls Able to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

Unable to give consent Pregnant Pacemaker swallowing difficulties

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: SINGLE_GROUP

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Diagnostic accuarcy	immediate	endoscopic

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
comfort	2 weeks	questionnaire

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Nottingham University Hospital; 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom