21 Clinical Trials for Various Conditions
The primary aim of this pilot study is to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary evidence of efficacy of a self-guided, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based mobile app intervention (SparkRx) for symptoms of depression among adolescents being treated in specialty medical care settings at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA).
This is a prospective, multicenter, randomized controlled study to evaluate the effect of the Computer-Assisted Detection (CADe) Device on Adenomas Per Colonoscopy and Positive Percent Agreement for routine colonoscopies. The control arm is colonoscopy performed with High Definition White Light Endoscopy (HD-WLE) per standard of care. The intervention arm is colonoscopy performed with HD-WLE per standard of care plus the Computer-Assisted Detection (CADe) Device.
This is a clinical trial assessing gastroenterology fellows' accuracy of colonic polyp measurement using a Micro-Tech Endoscopic Polyp Measurement Device named Napoleon. The study will evaluate the feasibility of Napoleon as a polyp measurement device. Investigators will collect data on inpatient and outpatient colonoscopies performed by fellows at NYU Langone Health, NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn, Bellevue Hospital Center, and Manhattan VA Medical Center from May 2021 - May 2022 for 150 patients. Investigators will include all colonoscopies with polyps done in adults age 45 and above. For each colonoscopy, a fellow will first visually estimate the polyp size and then measure the polyp with Napoleon. Investigators will calculate the difference in polyp measurement between visual assessment and using Napoleon for each fellow year and compare differences among fellow years. Investigators will evaluate for changes in fellows' accuracy of polyp measurement with subsequent uses of Napoleon. Investigators will determine the proportion of cases with a change in the recommended surveillance interval based on polyp size. A survey will be given to all fellows to assess the level of ease with using Napoleon.
2.2.1. Primary Outcome(s) • Percentage of gastroenterology fellows who have received any formal training in the ergonomics of endoscopy and how to prevent long term work related injuries. 2.2.2. Secondary Outcome(s) * How much formal training given in multiple choice format fellows received in the ergonomics of endoscopy and how to prevent work related injuries. * Number of perceived work related injuries fellows sustained. * Types of perceived work related injuries fellows sustained. * If fellow perceived work related injuries whether they felt it negatively affected their ability to perform their duties as a gastroenterology fellow.
All patients will receive standard medical care and no experimental interventions will be performed. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) is a well-established procedure commonly used for the investigation of lesions within or adjacent to the gastrointestinal (GI) lumen (i.e. pancreas, liver, mediastinal masses, left adrenal gland, lymph nodes, and subepithelial lesions). EUS-guided tissue sampling has been commonly performed with different size and types of aspiration and core biopsy needles.
With this study, we plan to review the performance of colonoscopy in colon cancer screening and surveillance, especially with the recent improvements in endoscopic technology (high definition endoscopes), use of split dose preparation which provides excellent colon preparation for detection of lesions and increasing awareness and detection of flat lesions of the colon. The findings will help us define the role of colonoscopy screening of colon polyps and flat lesions and identity areas for improvement. The data will be used for continuing quality improvement and presenting our outcomes at academic meetings and publishing our results in peer reviewed journals.
This study aims to test the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) as a non-pharmaceutical intervention to reduce pain and anxiety in children undergoing painful procedures in Phlebotomy, Radiology, Infusion, Orthopedics, Gastroenterology, and Immunology, amongst others, at CHLA, as measured by self- and proxy-report. Examples of the painful procedures include IV sticks, cast removals, allergy testing, and anorectal manometries.
Our institution performs therapeutic ERCP (Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography ), Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Interventional Endoscopy in around 1000 patients a year. Procedures such as biliary and/or pancreatic sphincterotomy, stents placement (metallic or plastic) and removal for revision, cysts and pseudocysts drainage are conducted in patients suffering from pancreatico-biliary disorders, gastrointestinal disorders and esophageal disorders. The investigators would like to assess prospectively the efficacy and safety of these routine procedures to permit identification of technical details about the procedures or other factors which might be associated with outcome or results. Assessment of these details would help us with problem identification and recommendations to improve health outcomes and quality of life in these patients.
The goal of this study is to research Dupilumab, an FDA approved medication in treating patients diagnosed with Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). The drug works by controlling allergic inflammation of the esophagus. The esophagus is a food pipe that transfers food from the mouth into the stomach. Participants with EoE have dysfunction of the muscle of the esophagus (impaired peristalsis) that is not favorable for the transport function. Main question this study aims to answer is: Whether Dupilumab helps improve muscle activity of the esophagus in participants with EOE? Participants will: Take Dupilumab every week for 12 weeks. Visit the clinic before and after starting the medication. Keep a diary of symptoms.
The purpose of this study is to assess the feasibility of TrueLoo™, an Internet-connected smart toilet seat, in accurately monitoring and logging bowel movements and urinations of residents in senior living facilities across Northern California.
The purpose of this study is to collect information regarding lot-to-lot variability in 13C-Spirulina test meal lets and within-subject biological variability.
The purpose of this study is to establish the usability of a telehealth platform for the administration of GEBT.
The purpose of this study is to determine whether there is a difference in the human in vivo response to 13C-Spirulina meals manufactured using 13C-Spirulina containing different levels of protein (as measured by %nitrogen).
The purpose of this study is to collect human breath samples for use in a validation study intended to demonstrate equivalent clinical performance measures of new ABCA2 GIRMS (Automated Breath Carbon Analyzer-2 Gas Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer) instruments to the currently FDA-approved ABCA GIRMS (Automated Breath Carbon Analyzer Gas Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer) system. ABCA GIRMS systems are used to analyze the ratio of 13CO2 to 12CO2 in patient breath samples during the GEBT (Gastric Emptying Breath Test) procedure.
The investigators specific aim is to evaluate the changes in breath ammonia in comparison to blood ammonia and other physiologic markers after a moderate oral protein challenge in healthy subjects and subjects with liver cirrhosis.
This is a study that invites adults with Crohn's disease and have been responding well to Adalimumab (Humira ®) for at least 6 months. Patients frequently discontinue maintenance medications in Crohn's disease, particularly when in remission. Patients want to know that they truly need to take a medication, yet they don't want to have flares. The purpose of this study is to see that if we monitor the patient, along with looking at changes in their stool samples, we can safely stop the maintenance medication Adalimumab for up to 48 weeks, or add as-needed dosing only, and keep them in remission.
The main purpose of the protocol is to collect and evaluate performance data after patients undergoing various interventional endoscopy procedures performed at H. H. Chao Comprehensive Digestive Disease Center (CDDC).
* The primary objective of this trial is to compare the dose-ranging pharmacodynamic effects of orally administered placebo, and 100 and 1000 ug qd of MD-1100 Acetate on gastrointestinal transit in patients with C-IBS. * The secondary objectives of this trial are: 1. To compare the dose ranging pharmacodynamic effects of placebo, and 100 and 1000 ug MD-1100 Acetate once daily on time to first bowel movement after first drug intake. 2. To describe and summarize the effects of placebo, and 100 and 1000 ug MD-1100 Acetate once daily on stool frequency, stool consistency, ease of passage and sensation of incomplete evacuation during the Treatment Period relative to Baseline.
STA-5326 is an experimental drug that has been shown to block the release of interleukin-12 from peripheral blood mononuclear cells. Given this activity on the immune system, STA-5326 mesylate is a potential treatment for various autoimmune diseases, such as Crohn's disease, that are mediated by the inappropriate expression of Th1 cytokines. This study is evaluating the use of STA-5326 mesylate in patients with moderate to severe, active Crohn's disease. Study visits include a screening visit, 9 treatment period visits over 6 months and a follow-up visit that will occur 30 days following the end of treatment. Study drug treatment will continue for up to 6 months.
The purpose of this trial is to evaluate natalizumab in individuals with moderately to severely active Crohn's Disease.
The study is being completed to test the pilot implementation of a rapid clinical care pathway for chronic constipation in the University of Michigan Gastroenterology clinic. This study will learn how often patients get better and how satisfied patients are with care decisions, when seen by a gastroenterologist for medical advice on constipation.