CompletedNot Applicable

Retrospective Analysis of Treatment Outcomes in Patients With Bacterial Overgrowth Syndrome Diagnosed by D-Xylose Breath Testing

United States944 participantsStarted 2010-08

Plain-language summary

The objective of this study is to compare the efficacy of prokinetics versus antibiotics versus a combination of antibiotics plus prokinetics in the eradication of Small-Intestinal Bacterial Over-Growth Syndrome (SIBO) in those with and without a positive D-xylose Breath Test. Hypothesis: Patients with SIBO treated with a combination of prokinetics and in particular octreotide and antibiotics will have reduced recurrence rates of SIBO than either therapy given alone.

Who can participate

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who have had 14 C-D-Xylose Breath test performed in GI Motility Laboratory at the University of Florida Exclusion Criteria: * Those who cannot tolerate 14 C-D-Xylose Breath test for any reason

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

clinical response to treatments as measured by changes in patients' GI symptoms, weight and lab data

Timeframe: A retrospective chart review of up to 8 clinical visits between January 2000 and September 2010 will be conducted on all patients who have had a D-Xylose Breath Test at the Shands Motility Laboratory at the University of Florida during this time period

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01324895

SponsorUniversity of Florida

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2012-03

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