Multicenter, randomized study to optimize bowel preparation for colon capsule endoscopy.

Author: BurchWilmot C, KashyapPankaj K, KastenbergDavid, PapageorgiouNeophytos, PoundDavid C, RexDouglas K, RomeoDavid P, SainzIgnacio Fernández-Urien, SokachCarly E

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Original Abstract of the Article :
AIM: To assess the cleansing efficacy and safety of a new Colon capsule endoscopy (CCE) bowel preparation regimen. METHODS: This was a multicenter, prospective, randomized, controlled study comparing two CCE regimens. Subjects were asymptomatic and average risk for colorectal cancer. The second gen...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5752722/

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Colon Capsule Endoscopy: Optimizing Bowel Preparation in the Desert of Diagnostics

Imagine a vast and intricate desert, where the colon, a hidden labyrinth, needs to be explored for signs of disease. Colon capsule endoscopy (CCE), a revolutionary diagnostic tool, allows us to venture into this hidden landscape and uncover the mysteries of the digestive tract. This study aims to optimize the bowel preparation for CCE, ensuring a clear path to diagnosis and a smoother journey through the desert.

The authors meticulously compare two different bowel preparation regimens, meticulously analyzing their cleansing efficacy and safety. This research, like a well-equipped caravan, navigates the complexities of bowel preparation, seeking to optimize the diagnostic experience for patients. They test a new regimen utilizing an oral sulfate solution and diatrizoate solution, a potent combination designed to clear the path for CCE.

A Clearer Path to Diagnosis: The Power of Optimized Preparation

The study reveals that the new bowel preparation regimen outperforms traditional methods, achieving superior cleansing efficacy and ensuring successful CCE completion. This is like finding a hidden oasis in the desert, a place where the sand is cleared and the path is smooth. The authors emphasize the importance of meticulous bowel preparation for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, like a seasoned desert traveler carefully preparing for a long journey.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

The desert of colon diagnostics can be a challenging landscape, but this study offers a beacon of hope. The authors' meticulous research, like a camel caravan navigating a treacherous terrain, reveals a more effective approach to bowel preparation for CCE. This discovery opens up new possibilities for diagnosis and treatment, ensuring a smoother journey through the desert of digestive health.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-08-16
  2. Date Revised 2018-11-13
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

29358870

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5752722

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English

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