Evaluating Pouchitis and Other Outcomes After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis with Intestinal Ultrasound as a Diagnostic Tool

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to establish normal sonographic parameters in patients with an ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) and normal pouch function, and to evaluate the utility of Intestinal ultrasound (IUS) for diagnosing pouchitis and other outcomes and compare its performance with the current gold standard of pouchoscopy with biopsies.

 

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults (age ≥ 18 years)
* Diagnosis of ulcerative colitis (UC)
* Status post ileal pouch anal anastomosis IPAA (completed all stages)

Exclusion Criteria:
* Pediatric patients
* Indeterminate colitis
* Status post IPAA for familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)
* BMI > 30 kg/m2
* Pregnant
* Cirrhosis
* Inability to provide informed consent

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 5/30/2024. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

 

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Darrell Pardi, M.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Patricia Kammer CCRP

(507) 538-1827

Kammer.Patricia@mayo.edu

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