Clinical trial for IBS
Official title Visceral Sensitivity in IBD (Irritable Bowel Disease) and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT02421705
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to better understand why people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have different levels of gut sensitivity.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for people with IBS, active or quiet ulcerative colitis, active or quiet Crohn's disease, and healthy volunteers.
- What's involved
- Participants will provide samples as part of a European research project to help scientists learn more about these conditions.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- For group 1: IBS
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (ROME III criteria)
- No obvious organic explanation for the IBS symptoms
- Medication which affects the gastrointestinal motility or perception should be stopped at least 24 hours before the study Group 2: active ulcerative...
- diagnosis of ulcerative colitis (Confirmed by at least one sigmoidoscopy)
You likely can't join if
- co-morbidity: severe kidney- and/or liver disease or thyroid abnormalities and impaired clotting
- Abdominal chirurgy (except for an uncomplicated appendectomy)
See the full eligibility criteria
- For group 1: IBS
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (ROME III criteria)
- No obvious organic explanation for the IBS symptoms
- Medication which affects the gastrointestinal motility or perception should be stopped at least 24 hours before the study Group 2: active ulcerative colitis 1.
- diagnosis of ulcerative colitis (Confirmed by at least one sigmoidoscopy)
- remission is confirmed by at least one sigmoidoscopy
- Rome III criteria for IBS Group 4: Healthy controls No abdominal (pain) complaints. Group 5: active Crohn's disease 1\. diagnosis of Crohn's disease (Confirmed by at least one sigmoidoscopy) 3.
- diagnosis of Crohn's disease (Confirmed by at least one sigmoidoscopy)
- remission is confirmed by at least one sigmoidoscopy
- Medication which affects the gastrointestinal motility or perception should be stopped at least 24 hours before the study
- co-morbidity: severe kidney- and/or liver disease or thyroid abnormalities and impaired clotting
- Abdominal chirurgy (except for an uncomplicated appendectomy)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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