Pentabiocel for children with irritable bowel syndrome
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a treatment called Pentabiocel for children ages 4 to 17 who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The goal is to see if it helps with their symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with IBS (any type) using the Rome IV criteria.
- You are between 4 and 17 years old.
- You had an endoscopy that did not show inflammatory bowel disease or microscopic colitis.
- You tested negative for celiac disease (anti-transglutaminase antibodies).
- You do not have other chronic or serious health conditions like diabetes, autoimmune disease, or cancer.
- You have not had major abdominal surgery (except appendix or gallbladder removal), and you are not currently taking certain medications like steroids, antibiotics (in the last month), or stimulant laxatives.
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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