Irrigation therapy for bowel issues after rectal cancer surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a transanal irrigation system can help people manage bowel symptoms (like urgency or leakage) that often occur after rectal cancer surgery. It is for adults who had surgery at least two years ago and no longer have a stoma.
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Who can take part
- You are 19 years or older.
- You had surgery for rectal cancer (tumor within 15 cm of the anus).
- It has been at least 2 years since your surgery and you do not have a stoma.
- You have been evaluated for major low anterior resection syndrome (LARS).
- You have not had radiation therapy after surgery.
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or uncontrolled diarrhea/constipation.
Quick eligibility check
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