Evaluation of the Vaginal and Rectal Microbiome in Patients with Rectovaginal Fistula

Overview

About this study

The aim of this study is the characterization of the vaginal and rectal microbiome in women undergoing surgical repair of rectovaginal fistula.

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:

Females undergoing consultation for surgical repair of rectovaginal fistula by Urogynecology and/or Colon and Rectal Surgeons at Mayo Clinic

Exclusion Criteria:

Current pregnancy
Currently taking or have taken antibiotics in the past 4 weeks
History of chemotherapy within 2 years of fistula surgery
History of pelvic or abdominal radiation therapy
Current and intestinal diversion
Current Enterovaginal Fistula

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
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator John Occhino, M.D., M.S.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

John Occhino, M.D., M.S.

Closed for enrollment

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