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NCT07442734
Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a chronic disorder of gut-brain interaction characterized by bothersome upper abdominal symptoms arising from the gastroduodenal region. Diagnosis is made after clinical evaluation has excluded structural disease that could explain symptoms (e.g., upper gastrointestinal endoscopy). According to Rome IV criteria, FD is categorized into postprandial distress syndrome (PDS) and epigastric pain syndrome (EPS), with symptom overlap commonly observed. FD is prevalent worldwide and is associated with substantial impairment in health-related quality of life and a significant socioeconomic burden. Sleep disturbance, anxiety, and depression are frequent in FD and are associated with symptom severity and recurrence. Current management-such as prokinetic agents, acid-suppressive therapy, and psychotropic medications when indicated-can be limited by variable efficacy, adverse effects, and concerns regarding long-term use. The pathophysiology of FD is multifactorial and incompletely understood; increasing evidence highlights dysregulation of the brain-gut axis and autonomic nervous system function (12,13). Auricular vagus nerve-related stimulation may influence brainstem neurotransmission, gastric tone/motility, and mood (14), suggesting a potentially safe, non-pharmacological approach for FD with comorbid sleep problems. However, the mechanistic links among autonomic regulation, gut microbiota/short-chain fatty acids, and FD remain uncertain. This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of auricular acupoint stimulation in FD patients with sleep disorders and to explore underlying mechanisms using brain-function assessments together with autonomic and gastrointestinal-related measures.
NCT05655819
The purpose of this research is to collect data from patients diagnosed with functional dyspepsia who are treated with glutamine and describe safety and treatment results compared to patients taking a placebo. Glutamine, an essential amino acid in humans, is an important energy source for cells lining the gastrointestinal tract and has been shown to play an important role in regulating the strength of the intestinal wall.
NCT07182890
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Clostridium butyricum in improving anxiety and depression in patients diagnosed with functional dyspepsia according to the Rome IV criteria. Methods: This trial plans to enroll 180 patients (90 per group). The study will employ a double-blind design. For patients diagnosed with FD according to the Rome IV criteria, in addition to conventional treatment (treated with Mosapride Citrate Tablets (Guangdong Anno Guocai) for Postmeal Discomfort Syndrome (PDS) and Esomeprazole Enteric Coated Tablets (Shijiazhuang Longze Pharmaceutical Guocai) for Upper Abdominal Pain Syndrome (EPS)), the experimental group was treated with Clostridium butyricum, while the control group received a placebo with the same appearance and odor. The treatment intervention will last for 4 weeks. The main indicator of this experiment is the improvement of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS score) after 4 weeks of treatment. The secondary indicators are the improvement rate of the overall treatment effectiveness evaluation questionnaire (OTE questionnaire), the improvement of the global overall symptom score (GOS score), the improvement of the simplified Nipin scale (SF-NDI), and the improvement of the Pittsburgh Sleep Index (PSQI) after 4 weeks of treatment. Upon completion of the trial, the patients' conditions will be re-evaluated, and treatment plans will be adjusted accordingly.
NCT07008235
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess and compare the effect of amitriptyline and trifluoperazine in improving dyspeptic symptoms in patients with functional dyspepsia. It will also assess about the safety of drugs amitriptyline and trifluoperazine by recording the patient reported adverse events. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does drug amitriptyline and trifluoperazine has any effect on patients with functional dyspepsia? What medical problems do participants have when taking drug amitriptyline and trifluoperazine? Researcher will compare drug amitriptyline and trifluoperazine to a control group taking standard first line treatment only. Participants will: Take drug amitriptyline 10 milligrams at night or trifluoperazine 1 milligrams twice daily every day for 8 weeks along with standard first line treatment. A third group will be taken as control arm who will be kept on standard first line treatment only for 8 weeks. After that all three groups will be kept only on standard first line treatment for an additional 4 weeks. They will visit the hospital 4 weekly, and their symptoms will be assessed by a 5-point Likert Scale at baseline, week 4, 8, and 12. Additionally, patient reported adverse events will be documented.
NCT03869372
This is an exploratory neurophysiological study that will determine the impact of non-invasive brain stimulation on autonomic regulation, with a focus on gastrointestinal function. These studies should provide a basis for future brain-based neurotherapeutic strategies in patients with functional GI disorders.
NCT07210294
The aim of this study was to prove that press needle (PN) and medication are more effective in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life in people with functional dyspepsia compared to sham press needle (Sham PN) and medication. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Does the press needle and medication group reduce symptoms in people with functional dyspepsia as assessed by the Short Form-Leeds Dyspepsia Questionnaire (SF-LDQ) compared to the sham press-needle and medication group on days 7 and 14, compared to before therapy? * Does the press-needle and medication group improve quality of life in people with functional dyspepsia as assessed by the Short-Form Nepean Dyspepsia Index (SF-NDI) compared to the sham press-needle and medication group on days 7 and 14, compared to before therapy? A total of 38 participants were randomly allocated into two groups, either PN or Sham PN needle groups Participants will: * Receive PN or Sham PN for 14 days and replaced on day 7. * Complete the SF-LDQ and SF-NDI questionnaires before therapy, on day 7, and day 14.
NCT07196735
The primary objective of this study is to compare the BIA parameters, including Phase Angle, Fat Free Mass and Fat Mass, between women with functional dyspepsia and healthy women. All woman will undergo a bio-electrical impedance monitoring for this.
NCT06748274
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) often co-occurs with cardiovascular and gastrointestinal symptoms, highlighting the importance of the brain-heart-gut connection in developing comprehensive treatments. Previous research suggests that key hubs in the depression network, such as the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) and the subgenual anterior cingulate cortex (sgACC), overlap with structures that are involved in autonomic control, particularly the vagus nerve. Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to the left DLPFC is an established treatment for MDD; however, antidepressant efficacy varies greatly across individuals, and optimal DLPFC targeting remains a significant challenge. Personalized rTMS based on DLPFC-sgACC connectivity improves outcomes but is limited by practical and financial constraints. Recently, rTMS-induced heart-brain coupling (HBC) has emerged as a promising method to utilize heart rate responses to guide treatment. The primary goal of this project is to personalize HBC to improve DLPFC-based targeting for the treatment of MDD while also probing additional readouts of the frontal-vagal system. In Study Arm 1, we will implement an innovative frontal mapping technique to identify the personalized "Grid-Spot" that elicits the strongest HBC in healthy participants. In subsequent visits, we will compare heart rate responses during the 10Hz "Dash" protocol between the "Grid-Spot", conventional DLPFC targeting using "Beam-F3" and an active control region (Cz). Additionally, we will integrate various autonomic nervous system (ANS) measures, including gut motility, pupil dilation and electrodermal activity (EDA), to explore the brain-heart-gut axis and assess their utility in improving target engagement. Furthermore, we will extend our methodology to the personalized application of high-definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS). Specifically, we will explore the effects of anodal versus sham HD-tDCS over the HBC-guided "Grid-Spot" on ANS readouts and compare these outcomes to those observed with rTMS. In Study Arm 2, we will repeat experimental rTMS visits from Study Arm 1 with participants exhibiting elevated symptom scores in depression, autonomic dysfunction and functional dyspepsia. In Study Arm 2 we will also validate our optimal "Grid-Spot" identification through neuroimaging of DLPFC-sgACC connectivity. This project will deepen our understanding of the brain-heart-gut connection and contribute to more accessible, personalized brain stimulation treatments for MDD.
NCT06657001
The goal of this observational research study is to determine how diet contributes to various gastrointestinal related conditions. The main question investigators aim to answer is: Are host genetics, diet, and microbiome all important determinants of GI disorders, and how their relative contribution varies among individuals and populations.
NCT06854120
Functional dyspepsia and gastroparesis are common stomach disorders with symptoms like early satiety, nausea, and abdominal pain, and are often evaluated with gastric emptying tests, although the correlation with symptoms is weak. Prokinetic agents (e.g., metoclopramide, erythromycin) and symptom modulators (e.g., nortriptyline, mirtazapine) are commonly used, but selecting the right medication can be difficult, as it's often based on symptoms rather than the underlying gastric issues. Body Surface Gastric Mapping (BSGM) using the Gastric Alimetry device is a novel, non-invasive tool to assess gastric myoelectrical activity and symptoms. This study aims to perform two BSGM recordings-one before and one after medical therapy-to understand how medications affect gastric function and identify baseline BSGM factors that could predict responses to treatment, potentially guiding tailored therapies based on individual gastric dysfunction.
NCT06217393
The study is conducted in patients with functional dyspepsia or chronic gastritis. The purpose of this study is to: * assess whether the dose of Itopride Hydrochloride 150 mg extended release tablets, taken once daily has a similar effect on gastrointestinal symptoms caused by gastric dysmotility and delayed gastric emptying, like bloating sensation, early satiety, postprandial fullness, upper abdominal pain or discomfort, anorexia, heartburn, nausea and vomiting in functional (non-ulcer) dyspepsia or chronic gastritis, as Itopride Hydrochloride 50 mg film coated tablets administered thrice a day. * investigate assessment of the treatment provided to each participant. * monitor safety and tolerability of Itopride Hydrochloride 150 mg extended release tablets, taken once daily before one of the main meals (preferably same meal throughout the treatment) and Itopride Hydrochloride 50 mg film coated tablets thrice daily before meals.
NCT03004118
The investigators aim to evaluate ursochol as a therapy in functional dyspepsia. The objectives of the study are to evaluate the effect of ursochol on duodenal permeability and dyspeptic symptoms and on duodenal low-grade inflammation, bile acid composition, bile acid receptor expression, nutrient tolerance and intragastric pressure. Cross-over, controlled, randomized, double blinded, placebo-controlled trial with a 4 week intake of ursodeoxycholic acid (ursochol) versus a 4 week intake of placebo and a 4 week washout period in between. Two study days are planned during week 4 and week 12. During the 14 weeks, the patients have to fill in a diary. And for 14 weeks in total, the patients have to discontinue intake of proton pump inhibitors, drugs effecting gastric motility and NSAIDs and replace their oral anticonception with non-oral anticonception. Every two weeks of the study the investigator will call the participants to see how they are/if they have any discomforts or side effects.
NCT03296267
In up to half of patients seen by gastroenterologists, routine examinations fail to find an underlying organic, systemic, or metabolic disease that readily explains the symptoms. These patients are referred to as patients with disorders of gastrointestinal function, of which functional dyspepsia (FD) is one of the most common. Despite intensive research to investigate various pathophysiological mechanisms of this disease, the pathogenesis remains obscure. The investigators recently demonstrated increased duodenal permeability in FD patients, as assessed by mounting routine endoscopic duodenal biopsy specimens into Ussing chambers to measure transepithelial electrical resistance and passage of a paracellular fluorescent probe. Impaired intestinal barrier function can lead to increased uptake of luminal substances which can induce an immunological response in the mucosa. Interestingly, using transmission electron microscopy (TEM) in duodenal biopsies, the investigators recently observed the presence of a yet to be identified microorganism inside the epithelium and the lamina propria of a subset of FD patients (unpublished observations), suggesting increased translocation of microorganisms. The aim of the project is to investigate whether FD patients display increased translocation of microorganisms in duodenal biopsies. The investigators will also test the effect of bile acid on translocation of microorganisms and therefore include 20 FD patients and 20 age- and gender-matched healthy volunteers in this study.
NCT05666154
After a thorough baseline evaluation, functional dyspepsia (FD) patients will be exposed to nutrients while undergoing confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE). Patients presenting an acute mucosal reaction upon nutrient exposure will be instructed to exclude their respective trigger nutrient or a nutrient without mucosal reaction (=sham diet) from their diet for 4 weeks in a randomized, blinded crossover fashion. The aim of the trial is to assess the symptomatic response to the targeted diet and further elucidate mechanisms underlying the acute mucosal reactions observed in CLE upon nutrient exposure.
NCT01240096
Double-blind randomized controlled trials of 8 weeks mirtazapine 15 mg daily or placebo, followed by 8 weeks of open-label mirtazapine 15 mg daily
NCT06326918
The goal of this observational study is to assess the type of duodenal microbiota and duodenal microbiome in in FD patients compared to control group. The main questions it aims to answer are: * What are the differences in the type of duodenal microbiota and is there a difference in duodenal microbiome diversity between patients diagnosed with functional dyspepsia (FD) and the control group? * Are there any significant variations in the composition and diversity of gut microbiota between patients with FD and the control group, considering the method of sample collection (duodenal brushing vs. duodenal biopsy)?
NCT03078634
Randomised controlled trial comparing standard outpatient clinic treatment with multi-disciplinary clinic treatment for functional gastrointestinal disorders. Patients will be followed up to end of clinic treatment and 12 months beyond the end of treatment. Symptoms, quality of life, costs to the healthcare system and psychological outcomes will be assessed.
NCT04918017
Functional dyspepsia (FD) is among the most established and common functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs). FD is subdivided into two subtypes based on symptoms: epigastric pain syndrome (EPS) and postprandial distress syndrome (PDS). Based on international guidelines (Asian Consensus and Rome Consensus), a prokinetic, medication which promotes gut movement (such as Itopride) should be the 1st line treatment for the PDS sub-type and a proton pump inhibitor, medication which reduces stomach acid production (such as Esomeprazole) should be the 1st line treatment for the EPS sub-type. However, in the routine practice in Malaysia, proton pump inhibitor is still commonly used as 1st line treatment for FD, regardless of subtypes. This may be one of the reasons why FD continues to be inadequately treated locally and causes poor health-related quality of life (QOL) in FD patients. The purpose of this study is to compare the clinical symptoms and quality of life improvement in patients with functional dyspepsia (FD) after treatment according to international guidelines versus treatment according to routine practice. Adverse effects when managed according to guidelines versus routine practice will also be evaluated.
NCT03884270
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a hypnotherapy treatment program for functional dyspepsia that can be self-administered using on-line audio recordings. This is a non-randomized study. All patients will receive 7 sessions of hypnotherapy treatment administered over a 12-week period. The primary objective of the study is to determine the feasibility and acceptability of the self-administered hypnotherapy program. The secondary objective is to evaluate the effect of the treatment on participant reported symptom severity, quality of life, anxiety and depression.
NCT02567578
This is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled dose-finding phase 2 trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of YH12852 in patients with functional dyspepsia.