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Colitis Patterns in Patients With Lower GI Symptoms

Egypt100 participantsStarted 2026-05-01

Plain-language summary

This cross-sectional study aims to evaluate the patterns of colitis among patients presenting with lower gastrointestinal symptoms undergoing colonoscopy at Sohag University Hospitals. It focuses on identifying the most common etiologies and their endoscopic findings. The study also assesses the demographic and clinical characteristics associated with different types of colitis. The findings are expected to improve diagnostic accuracy and guide appropriate management of patients.

Who can participate

Age range

13 Years

Sex

ALL

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Exclusion criteria

. The patients who turned out to have malignant findings on endoscopy.
. Patients with incomplete colonoscopy (e.g., failure to reach cecum).
. Patients with poor bowel preparation affecting visualization.
. Patients with established IBD diagnosis on follow-up, or recently diagnosed as colorectal cancer.
. Patients with recent antibiotics use (within 4 weeks).
. Patients unfit for colonoscopy or with a contraindication to biopsy.
. Patients with previous colorectal surgery (e.g., colonic resection).

Questions worth asking your doctor

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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?

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What they're measuring

Pattern of Colitis Detected by Colonoscopy

Timeframe: At the time of colonoscopy (single assessment)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07515365

SponsorSohag University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-04-30

Contact for this trial

Aya AA Mohammed, MBBCh

01094163351 Aya.Abdellatif@med.sohag.edu.eg

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