Clinical Outcome, Safety, and Effectiveness Assessment of Speedboat Ultraslim™ Surgical Device in the Performance of Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
Baylor College of Medicine
Summary
This study is a prospective registry designed to evaluate the clinical outcomes, safety, and effectiveness of per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) performed using the Speedboat UltraSlim™ device in patients with achalasia or other esophageal motility disorders. Participants included in this registry are those undergoing clinically indicated POEM as part of standard of care. No experimental interventions will be performed as part of this study. Patients will be approached for participation after the clinical decision to perform POEM has already been made. Data will be collected through review of electronic medical records and procedural documentation, including patient demographics, procedural details, and clinical outcomes. Follow-up data will be collected at predefined time points (e.g., 30 days, 3 months, 6 months, and up to 1 year) to assess symptom improvement, procedural success, and adverse events. The primary objective of the study is to assess technical success, clinical success, and safety outcomes associated with the use of the Speedboat UltraSlim™ device during POEM procedures. This registry poses minimal risk to participants, as all procedures are performed as part of routine clinical care. No additional interventions beyond standard care are required for participation.
Description
Achalasia is a rare esophageal motility disorder characterized by impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter and absence of normal esophageal peristalsis, resulting in dysphagia and other symptoms. Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has emerged as a minimally invasive and effective treatment option for achalasia and other esophageal motility disorders. The Speedboat UltraSlim™ surgical device is a novel endoscopic instrument that enables simultaneous dissection and coagulation, potentially improving procedural efficiency and safety. This study aims to evaluate the technical feasibi…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients (≥18 years of age) * Diagnosed with achalasia or other esophageal motility disorders * Scheduled to undergo clinically indicated per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) using the Speedboat UltraSlim™ device * Able and willing to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Patients under 18 years of age * Patients not considered appropriate candidates for POEM by the principal investigator or treating physician
Location
- Baylor College of MedicineHouston, Texas