Stem cell implant to treat fecal urge incontinence
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This Phase 3 study tests an implant made from a person’s own muscle-related cells to improve fecal “urge” leakage. It’s for adults whose symptoms haven’t improved enough with usual conservative treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and able to understand study instructions
- You have fecal “urge” incontinence (strong sudden need to go) for at least 6 months
- Your symptoms happen more than 2 times per week and didn’t improve after 3 months of conservative treatment
- A rectal pressure test and ultrasound must show specific anal muscle weakness/injury patterns
- You must be able to have an anesthesia procedure safely, and you can’t have certain recent or repeat anal surgeries
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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