Prevalence of Gastric Motor Dysfunction and Upper GI Symptoms in GAVE

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to find out more about Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia (GAVE). This is a condition that affects the blood vessels in the stomach, leading to their enlargement and possible bleeding. It can also cause symptoms such as abdominal pain and nausea. By participating in this study, you will help us learn how often these symptoms occur and how they relate to stomach functioning.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients \>18 years of age with endoscopic evidence of Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia.
* Willingness to participate in the study
* Capacity to provide informed consent.
* No evidence of organic, systemic, or metabolic disease (e.g. diabetes mellitus) to explain the symptoms on routine investigations

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with active bleeding.
* Patients with severe decompensated liver disease.
* Patients with chronic kidney disease.
* Presence of other diseases (structural or metabolic) which could interfere with interpretation of the study results.
* Pregnant or lactating women due to radiation exposure.

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 11/04/2024. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.
 

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Xiao Jing Wang, M.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Taylor Hines

(507) 538-9959

Hines.Taylor@mayo.edu

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