Bowel Preparation Study
Purpose of Bowel preparation study
This study aims to assess the experiences and symptoms of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) following bowel preparation and colonoscopy, compared to individuals without IBD. Additionally, it seeks to identify specific types of bowel preparation that may contribute to increased post-procedure discomfort or exacerbation of IBD symptoms.
Researchers will analyze and compare patient feedback surveys from both IBD and non-IBD groups to achieve these objectives.
What is involved
Participants will complete a one-time survey (online or in-person). The survey will take approximately 5-10 minutes and includes questions about their clinical history, colonoscopy experience, and perspectives on bowel preparation.
Participants will have up to 2 weeks post-procedure to complete the survey.
Who can participate
As a control (non-IBD) participant:
You may be able to participate in this study as a control participant (without IBD) if you:
- Are 18 years of age or older, conducting a colonoscopy as part of your medical care
- Do not have Crohn’s disease (CD) or ulcerative colitis (UC)
- Willing and able to provide informed consent
- Able to complete a survey in English
You will not be eligible to participate in this study if you:
- Have cognitive or mental health conditions that prevent reliable self-reporting
- Have a current diagnosis of IBD (CD or UC)
As a IBD participant:
You may be able to participate in this study if you:
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Have a diagnosis of IBD (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis)
- History of at least one colonoscopy involving bowel preparation
- Willing and able to provide informed consent
- Able to complete a survey in English
You will not be eligible to participate in this study if you:
- Have cognitive or mental health conditions that prevent reliable self-reporting
- Are currently hospitalized or having severe IBD flares
- Have had a colectomy or stoma
Contact us
If you are interested in participating in our study or would like to learn more, please contact us using the following methods below:
- Elise Abi Khalil, Clinical Research Coordinator: (+1) 236 808 0390
- Isolde Tan, Undergraduate Clinical Research Assistant: (+1) 778 990 8798
- Email: bowelprep.study@ubc.ca