Study of gut bacteria in people with serious long-term illness
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This study looks at the types of gut bacteria in people living in certain parts of China who have serious long-term (chronic) illnesses. The goal is to better understand how gut bacteria differ and may help doctors in the future tailor care.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You have lived in the hospital’s province for the last 3 years
- You have a diagnosis of one of the study’s specific long-term illnesses
- You are willing to sign a consent form to join the study
- You have not had weight-loss (bariatric) surgery or bowel surgery (except appendectomy)
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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