Single-operator Versus Two-operator Technique in Single-balloon Enteroscopy (NCT06280469) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Single-operator Versus Two-operator Technique in Single-balloon Enteroscopy
China228 participantsStarted 2024-05-01
Plain-language summary
Compared to two-operator single-balloon enteroscopy, single-operator procedure not only offer better maneuverability but may also prevent prolonged examination times and potential complications caused by poor coordination between operators. Additionally, it can optimize staffing in the endoscopy suite. However, there are no studies comparing the effects of single-operator and two-operator techniques on single-balloon enteroscopy.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* age greater than eighteen years;
* suspected small bowel disease with planned enteroscopy
Exclusion Criteria:
* patients with a history of small bowel surgery;
* patients who fail to perform bowel preparation as required;
* patients with existing esophageal varices at high risk of bleeding;
* patients not requiring a deep small-bowel examination, such as those with lesions clearly localized to the proximal jejunum, or terminal ileum;
* patients who are in extremely poor physical condition and are not suitable for general anesthesia, as defined by an ASA score greater than 3;
* pregnant or lactating women;
* patients unable to provide written informed consent.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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
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Timeframe: From enrollment to the completion of enteroscopy