N/A
Completed N=229
Clinical Evaluation of Water Immersion Colonoscopy Insertion Technique
Colonoscopy · Digestive System · Endoscopy · gastrointestinal
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT00671177 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
229
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
May 2017
Primary outcomePrimary: Colonoscopy Success With Minimal Sedation — 57; 32 Participants
Summary
Recent studies indicate that infusing 300 milliliters of water (in lieu of air) into the rectum and left colon through the colonoscope as it is being inserted during a colonoscopy examination can allow easier endoscope advancement. This method may prevent stretching of the colon, and ultimately reduce pain induced during colonoscopy. Improvements in patient comfort and cooperation, may increase the efficiency and success rate of complete colonoscopy. The purpose of the study is to test the efficacy of the water immersion technique in patients colonoscopy.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Colonoscopy Success With Minimal Sedation |
57; 32 | — |
| SECONDARY Time to Cecum |
5.4; 7.2; 13; 20.5 | — |
| SECONDARY Patient Satisfaction |
1.09; 1.26 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- presentation for colonoscopy
- male
- age 18 or older
Exclusion Criteria
- women
- known inflammatory bowel disease
- presentation for emergency colonoscopy
- history of partial colectomy
- chronic narcotic or benzodiazepine use
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00671177). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.