Understanding causes of bowel blockage in adults
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at adults with intussusception, a condition where part of the intestine slides into another part, causing a blockage. It aims to compare benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) causes to improve diagnosis and treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 19 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with intussusception, confirmed by imaging (like CT scan, ultrasound, or barium study) or during surgery.
- You had surgery for intussusception and your follow-up and final diagnosis are documented.
- You do not have incomplete medical records or were lost to follow-up.
- Your intussusception did not resolve on its own without any treatment or follow-up.
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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