(HealthDayNews) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch: Stomach Discomfort A research study of an investigational medication for the treatment of functional dyspepsia. Volunteers who experience symptoms such as nausea, indigestion, bloating, stomach pain, vomiting, and feeling full shortly after meals may be eligible. Research site located in Atlanta, Ga. More Information Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat310.html. ----- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) A research study to determine if an investigational medical device will control symptoms associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Volunteers at least 18 years of age who have documented typical symptoms of GERD and who show symptomatic improvement on medication for esophageal reflux disease (proton pump inhibitors) and want to discontinue their medication(s) may be eligible. Research site located in New York, NY. More Information Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat70.html. ----- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis A research study of an investigational medication for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Volunteers ages 40-79 who have been diagnosed with IPF within the past 36 months may be eligible. Research sites located throughout the United States. More Information Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat511.html. ----- Copyright 2004 CenterWatch. All rights reserved. Copyright © 2004 ScoutNews, LLC. All rights reserved. HealthDayNews articles are derived from various sources and do not reflect federal policy. healthfinder® does not endorse opinions, products, or services that may appear in news stories. For more information on health topics in the news, visit the healthfinder® health library. |