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Temple Registry for the Investigation of African American Gastrointestinal Disease Epidemiology

NCT01262755 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 450

Last updated 2015-05-04

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Summary

DESCRIPTION: Minimal data exists on the prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease in minority populations. Specific objectives of this K24 research project are to: (1) Provide an estimate of the prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease in an urban, African American population; (2) Determine whether specific risk factors including diet, tobacco use, physical activity, and psychosocial stress are important in the targeted population. We will also measure height, weight, and waist/hip circumference to determine the impact of central obesity on reflux. PUBLIC HEALTH RELEVANCE: This research will help doctors to understand the frequency and risks for esophageal reflux disease (heartburn) in African Americans.

Conditions

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  • Functional Bowel Disorders

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Structured Interview

Subjects underwent a structured interview using a laptop computer and answered over 200 standardized questions. All patient had their height, weight, and waist circumference measured.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

    collaborator NIH

  • Temple University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Frank K Friedenberg, MD · Temple University

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
80 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2010-04-30
Primary Completion
2015-01-31
Completion
2015-01-31

Countries

  • United States

Study Locations

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