Clinical trial for Fecal Incontinence
Official title Functional Outcomes in Ulcerative Colitis Patients With Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis Treated With High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Stimulation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07034443
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the electromagnetic chair can change bowel leakage and quality of life in these patients, measuring results before, during and after treatment.
- Who it's for
- Adults with ulcerative colitis or IBD‑U who have had a J‑pouch surgery and experience fecal incontinence.
- What's involved
- Participants will sit on the Emsella chair, which delivers focused electromagnetic stimulation, for a set treatment course and will complete questionnaires and tests about continence and health at several time points.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Individuals 18 years old or older are included.
- Patients who have a J pouch reconstruction due to Ulcerative Colitis or IBDU
- Must be at least 1 year out from J pouch surgery
- Have fecal incontinence
You likely can't join if
- Any records flagged "break the glass" or "research opt out."
- Pediatric Patients \<18 years of age
- Did not receive a J pouch
- Patients who received a J pouch for any other indication, including but not limited to Crohn's disease, familial adenosis polyposis
- Have active pouchitis
- Have an active fistula
See the full eligibility criteria
- Individuals 18 years old or older are included.
- Patients who have a J pouch reconstruction due to Ulcerative Colitis or IBDU
- Must be at least 1 year out from J pouch surgery
- Have fecal incontinence
- Any records flagged "break the glass" or "research opt out."
- Pediatric Patients \<18 years of age
- Did not receive a J pouch
- Patients who received a J pouch for any other indication, including but not limited to Crohn's disease, familial adenosis polyposis
- Have active pouchitis
- Have an active fistula
- If reclassified to de novo Crohn's after surgery
- Have implanted metal devices or medical devices
- Pregnant patients
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, United States
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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