Laser treatment trial for fecal incontinence
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a laser-based treatment to see if it can safely help people who have trouble controlling bowel movements (fecal incontinence) for at least six months. It may be an option if you've had leaks of solid stool, liquid stool, or staining at least 2 to 4 times in the past month and have had a normal colonoscopy in the last three years.
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Who can take part
- You have had bowel leaking (solid, liquid, or staining) for at least 6 months.
- In the past 4 weeks, you had at least 2 to 4 episodes of leaking.
- You've had a colonoscopy in the last 3 years that showed no problems.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You don't have severe rectal prolapse or hemorrhoids (grade II or worse).
- You haven't had pelvic surgery, childbirth tears, or radiation in the last 6-12 months.
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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