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Correlates of GERD Symptom Severity Study

The purpose of this research study is to improve understanding of the link between GERD symptom severity and certain physiologic parameters. Participants will complete surveys and other study tasks measuring these characteristics.

Massachusetts General Hospital Heartburn GERD Digestive Diseases
5 hours over 2 weeks
Estimated Time Commitment
Any Sex/Gender, 21-70 years
May Be Eligible
Payment up to $100
May Be Offered
Survey, Personal health tracking
May Be Required
 
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This project is not recruiting.

Overview

What we are studying

This study investigates physiological measures as potential markers of symptom severity in adults with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).


Why it is important


What we hope to accomplish

Principal Investigator

Michelle Dossett

Massachusetts General Hospital

Public Profile

Who can participate


  • Adults ages 21-70 years old

  • Heartburn symptoms 3 or more days per week

  • Able to complete surveys in English

Who cannot participate


  • Diagnosis of Crohn's disease, systemic sclerosis, known active ulcer disease, gastric cancer, or
    untreated/active Barrett's esophagitis

  • Pregnant women

  • Allergy to adhesives

What you may be asked to do

This study involves 2 visits, about two weeks apart, 1-2 hours per visit. During the visits you may:



  • Complete study questionnaires

  • Have your heart rhythm and skin conductance measured while you met with a study physician

  • Have your interaction with the study physician videotaped


Between study visits, participants will complete a daily symptom diary.


Project activities may include:

  • Survey
  • Personal health tracking

Estimated Time Commitment

5 hours over 2 weeks

What You May Get

Participants may receive up to $100 for their participation

Location

Clinical Research Center; White 12
55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114

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Travel

  • Accessible by public transportation
  • Parking reimbursed
  • Parking available

Travel and Parking Details

Additional Information

ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier

NCT03020550


Participating Institutions


Funding Source

  • NIH or Other Federal
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