Current trials
Oesophageal Strictures & Swallowing Disorders
Trials for narrowing of the oesophagus and difficulty swallowing.
Register your interest
What is Swallowing Disorders?
An oesophageal stricture is a narrowing of the food pipe that makes swallowing difficult, often caused by reflux, inflammation or previous treatment. Research is exploring therapies that treat the underlying cause and reduce the need for repeated dilatation procedures.
Common signs and symptoms
- Food sticking when swallowing
- Needing to cut food small or eat slowly
- Regurgitation of undigested food
- Chest discomfort when eating
- Previous oesophageal dilatation
- Long-standing reflux
Could I be eligible?
You may be suitable for a current or future research study if you:
- Are 18 years or older
- Have difficulty swallowing or a diagnosed stricture
- Have had endoscopy or dilatation previously
- Are interested in research into new treatments
- Can attend study visits and assessments
Registering your interest does not guarantee eligibility or enrolment in a clinical trial. A member of our research team will contact you to discuss further.
Before you decide
- Independently approved
- Every study is reviewed and approved by an independent Human Research Ethics Committee before it opens to participants.
- Entirely voluntary
- You can withdraw at any time, without giving a reason, and without affecting your ongoing care.
- No referral needed
- You can register your interest yourself. We will let your treating doctor know only if you want us to.
- Questions first, decisions later
- A research coordinator talks you through what the study involves and answers your questions before you commit to anything.