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Clinical Study of PEG Bowel Preparation in Appendectomy Patients

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - 75 YearsAllHuaping Xie
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Colonoscopy is a necessary item of physical examination for colorectal cancer. For high-risk groups, annual physical examination is the most effective way of early prevention; At present, a large amount of polyethylene glycol (PEG2000 - 4000) is often used as laxative and lubricant in colonoscopy. However, the widespread use of PEG may cause long-term and irreversible damage to intestinal microorganisms and bring great hidden dangers to health. The appendix has long been regarded as a redundant organ in evolution. The incidence of appendicitis ranks first in surgical acute abdomen. Traditionally, once acute appendicitis is diagnosed, it is usually treated with appendectomy. However, recent studies have revealed that appendectomy may be associated with psychiatric diseases, colorectal cancer, cardiovascular diseases and other diseases. The appendix is not only an important organ of the im

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18-75 years. * Scheduled to undergo colonoscopy. * Generally healthy without major organ diseases. 1. For appendectomy group: history of appendectomy or right hemicolectomy (including appendectomy). 2. For control group: no history of appendectomy or right hemicolectomy. Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy or intolerance to PEG laxatives. * Pregnant or lactating women. * Mental disorders. * Use of antibiotics within 6 months prior to study enrollment. 1. Contraindications to colonoscopy (e.g., severe cardiopulmonary insufficiency). 2. For control group only: presence of organic diseases.
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What it tests

  • Bowel Preparation with Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Laxatives
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Where

1 site
Department of Gastroenterology Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical college, Huazhong University of Science and technology
Wuhan, China
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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