Testing a capsule to study gut bacteria in the small intestine
Part of Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests the SIMBA capsule to learn how gut bacteria (dysbiosis) relate to digestive conditions. It may help researchers better understand these conditions and how the capsule can be used safely.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 80 years old
- Have no planned changes to your diet or GI (stomach/intestinal) medicines during the study
- You must be able to understand the study and sign consent
- Be able to follow the visit schedule, capsule use, and questionnaire schedule
- If you have a digestive condition (celiac, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's, IBS, functional indigestion) or type 2 diabetes, you must have documentation and be willing to share it
- During screening, agree you do not have major swallowing problems or past procedures/conditions that could block capsule passage
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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