Gastro-oesphageal reflux in patients with cystic fibrosis and its effect on lung function.
| ISRCTN | ISRCTN59493612 |
|---|---|
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN59493612 |
| Protocol serial number | N/A |
| Sponsor | University Hospital South Manchester |
| Funder | Manchester Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre |
- Submission date
- 16/06/2015
- Registration date
- 30/06/2015
- Last edited
- 12/05/2021
- Recruitment status
- No longer recruiting
- Overall study status
- Completed
- Condition category
- Digestive System
Plain English summary of protocol
Background and study aims
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a condition where acid from the stomach leaks out of the stomach and up into the oesophagus (gullet). It is common in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic condition where the lungs and digestive system become clogged with mucus. Although symptoms such as heartburn and acid taste in the mouth can occur, often there are no symptoms. Studies have suggested a link between a worsening lung function and the amount of GORD. A potential mechanism is by the stomach content travelling into the lungs causing inflammation and altering the usual organisms that are present. If that is the case, there may be opportunities for new drugs and/or surgical procedures. The aim of this observational study is to investigate if GORD affects the lung function.
Who can participate?
Adult patients from the Manchester Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre outpatient clinic diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Healthy volunteers will also participate, for comparison purposes.
What does the study involve?
It will involve looking at sputum samples (phlegm) to assess microbiology and presence of markers of reflux aspiration. These are substances that are found in the gastrointestinal tract and that, if detected in sputum, supports presence of stomach contents in the lungs. In addition factors that may influence GORD, such as antacids tablets and enteral feeding (via a tube into the stomach) will be evaluated. GORD will be measured by using special probes that assess the function of the oesophagus, pH (acidity) and presence of gastric contents within the gullet. The participants will provide measures of lung function, clinical details, blood and sputum samples as well as complete symptom questionnaires. They will have to attend two additional clinic appointments. Sputum samples will be stored in secure freezers to allow tests to be conducted in the future. Travel expenses will be paid for.
What are the possible benefits and risks of participating?
We envisage no significant risks. Participants will be provided with an accurate assessment of their gastro-oesophageal reflux, which may be used to improve their clinical care.
Where is the study run from?
University Hospitals South Manchester (UK)
When is the study starting and how long is it expected to run for?
August 2015 to August 2018.
Who is funding the study?
Manchester Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre (UK)
Who is the main contact?
Dr Robert Lord
Contact information
Scientific
University Hospital South Manchester
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
 ORCID ID |
0000-0001-9008-2502 |
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Study information
| Primary study design | Observational |
|---|---|
| Study design | Single-centre longitudinal observational study |
| Secondary study design | Longitudinal study |
| Study type | Participant information sheet |
| Scientific title | Gastro-oesphageal reflux in patients with cystic fibrosis and its effect on lung function: an observational study |
| Study objectives | In patients with cystic fibrosis, gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) directly impacts on respiratory disease. This is a consequence of micro-aspiration of gastric contents into the airways.We postulate that this is a consequence of increased airway inflammation, in part due to modification of the airway microbiome. |
| Ethics approval(s) | Research Ethics Committee Greater Manchester South, 13/10/2015, ref: 15/NW/0655 |
| Health condition(s) or problem(s) studied | Gastro-oesophageal reflux in cystic fibrosis |
| Intervention | Gastro-oesphophageal reflux will be measured using 24 hour combined pH and multichannel intraluminal impedence (pH-MII) in a cohort of cystic fibrosis patients recruited from the outpatient clinic. Relevant medical history and clinical data, measures of lung function upon enrollment, blood and sputum samples will be obtained. Prevalence of GORD will be compared to severity of lung disease. The sputum samples will be analysed for both culture and non-culture dependent microbiology as well as for presence of biomarkers of extra-oesphageal GORD. We intend to enroll healthy volunteers for induced sputum to allow comparision of microbiology and biomarkers of estra-oesopahageal GORD. |
| Intervention type | Other |
| Primary outcome measure(s) |
Determine the characteristics of GOR and its correlation to the severity of respiratory disease in patients with cystic fibrosis. |
| Key secondary outcome measure(s) |
1. Evaluate the relationship between GOR and airway microbiology |
| Completion date | 01/08/2018 |
Eligibility
| Participant type(s) | Patient |
|---|---|
| Age group | Adult |
| Lower age limit | 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Target sample size at registration | 100 |
| Total final enrolment | 41 |
| Key inclusion criteria | 1. Confirmed diagnosis of cystic fibrosis 2. Aged over 18 3. Provision of signed, written and dated informed consent, prior to any study specific procedures |
| Key exclusion criteria | 1. An acute exacerbation within two weeks of completing oral or intravenous antibiotics 2. Pregnant 3. Post-lung transplant 4. Fundoplication 5. Known infection with burkholderia cepacia complex organisms |
| Date of first enrolment | 01/09/2015 |
| Date of final enrolment | 01/06/2018 |
Locations
Countries of recruitment
- United Kingdom
- England
Study participating centre
Manchester
M21 9AX
United Kingdom
Results and Publications
| Individual participant data (IPD) Intention to share | Yes |
|---|---|
| IPD sharing plan summary | Available on request |
| IPD sharing plan |
Study outputs
| Output type | Details | Date created | Date added | Peer reviewed? | Patient-facing? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Results article | respiratory tract microbiome results presented at the British Thoracic Society meeting | 01/12/2019 | 12/05/2021 | Yes | No |
| HRA research summary | 28/06/2023 | No | No | ||
| Participant information sheet | Participant information sheet | 11/11/2025 | 11/11/2025 | No | Yes |
| Thesis results | 12/05/2021 | No | No |
Editorial Notes
12/05/2021: The following changes have been made:
1. Abstract and thesis references added.
2. The final enrolment number has been added from the thesis.
