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Laparoscopic Implantation of a Gastric Pacemaker in the Treatment of Gastroparesis

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - anyAllEvangelic Hospital Kalk Cologne
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Gastroparesis is a burdensome condition that is caused by abnormal motor function of the stomach that results in delayed gastric emptying. It typically manifests with bloating, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and even excessive weight loss and dehydration. The most common causes of gastroparesis are idiopathic, diabetic, medication-induced or iatrogenic (postsurgical) gastroparesis. Implantation of a gastric neurostimulation device is a surgical option to improve gastric emptying in patients with medication-refractory gastroparesis. Enterraยฎ system is a gastric electrical stimulation that sends mild pulses through leads implanted in the stomach wall that stimulate gastric smooth muscles and nerves in order to improve symptoms and quality of life. Aim of the investogators' registry trial is to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of laparoscopic gastric pacemaker implantation for ele

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Scintigraphically proven gastroparesis * Failed conservative therapy * Severe impairment of quality of life * Written informed consent * German language Exclusion Criteria: * Age \< 18 years * Prior gastric resection
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What it tests

  • Gastric pacemaker (Enterra system) implantation
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Where

1 site
Department of Functional Upper GI Surgery
Cologne, Germany
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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