๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-03-17

Comparing Reduction With ESD- Versus APC-TORe (NCT06131281)

Comparing Outcomes of Classic Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe) Versus Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection-TORe: A Randomized Controlled Trial

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿฉบ Clinical Procedure Protocol Sponsor: Stephen Firkins

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this clinical trial is to compare two variations of the same procedure used to assist with weight loss in patients who have a history of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass who have experienced weight regain. The procedure being studied is called the Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe), and the trial will compare two different ways to complete the TORe procedure. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are: * Which variation of the TORe procedure results in more weight loss? * Which variation of the TORe is safer? Participants who are eligible and willing to undergo the TORe procedure to assist with weight loss will have the procedure completed either one of the two ways. All other care will be exactly the same between the two groups. Researchers will compare outcomes between the two procedure variations, looking at which one results in more weight loss, is more successful, and safer.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Cleveland Clinic Foundation โ€” Cleveland, Ohio

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • E-TORe (PROCEDURE)
  • c-TORe (PROCEDURE)

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation โ€” Cleveland, Ohio

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Phone: (866) 223-8100

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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