Intestinal Fluid Recycling to Reduce Bowel Problems After Rectal Cancer Surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a surgical technique that recycles intestinal fluids during rectal cancer surgery to help prevent bowel dysfunction and frequent bowel movements after surgery. If you've had mid-to-low rectal cancer removed and created a temporary opening (stoma), this study may help improve your quality of life.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had mid-to-low rectal cancer (within 4 inches of the anus) treated with surgery that created a temporary stoma (opening)
- You are generally healthy and able to care for yourself
- At least 1 month has passed since your surgery and your surgical connection site has fully healed
- Your anal sphincter (muscle that controls bowel movements) is functioning well
- Your stoma has not yet been reversed or closed
- You can commit to the study plan and follow all instructions
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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