Virtual vs dye colonoscopy for IBD surveillance
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two methods for examining the colon during surveillance colonoscopy in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). One method uses a virtual dye and the other uses a real dye to help detect early signs of cancer. The goal is to see which approach works better and is more comfortable for patients.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have ulcerative colitis, Crohn's colitis that affects at least one-third of your colon, or an indeterminate colitis (IBD-U) that is extensive, and you have had it for at least 8 years.
- Or you have any type of IBD with primary sclerosing cholangitis (a liver condition).
- Or you have IBD and a first-degree relative (parent, sibling, child) who had colorectal cancer.
- You have never had colorectal cancer or surgery to remove your colon.
- You are not pregnant and have no allergy to the dye used during colonoscopy.
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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