Fecal transplant for bowel problems after rectal cancer surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether transferring healthy bacteria from a donor's stool (called fecal microbiota transplantation) can improve bowel problems like frequent bowel movements or trouble controlling gas or stool, which are common after rectal cancer surgery. The goal is to see if this treatment helps you feel better and improves your quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You had surgery for rectal cancer (called total mesorectal excision) that removed the tumor but kept your anus, and it's been more than 3 months since that surgery.
- You have moderate to severe bowel problems after surgery, like frequent bowel movements, urgency, or difficulty controlling gas or stool (measured by a score between 21 and 42).
- You are generally well enough to carry out daily activities (performance status 0 or 1).
- You have not had radiation therapy to the pelvic area, and you don't currently have a colostomy bag.
- You haven't taken antibiotics, probiotics, or prebiotics in the last 4 weeks, and you aren't pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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