Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Database of factors related to faecal and double incontinence

Official title: Prospective Database of Factors Associated With Faecal vs. Double Incontinence in Patients Referred for High Resolution Anorectal Manometry.

Run by Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel · NCT05550675 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to gather information about what causes faecal and double incontinence in people to see how it affects their lives and compare it with those who don’t have these issues.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorUniversitair Ziekenhuis Brussel
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Brussels, Brussels Capital)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 8, 2022
Main results expectedJuly 2027
Study endsJuly 2030
Registry record updatedDecember 18, 2025
Trial IDNCT05550675 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who self-report experiencing faecal incontinence.

Probably not a fit

Patients with active rectal inflammation, severe pain, or those unable to complete the required assessments will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to establish a prospective database to verify previous findings regarding faecal incontinence (FI) and double incontinence (DI) by comparing various associated factors among affected individuals and controls. It will evaluate the prevalence of neurological disorders, surgical history, and other potential risk factors, alongside the impact of these conditions on quality of life. Participants will complete disease-specific questionnaires to assess the severity of their incontinence and its effects on their daily lives. The study will utilize high-resolution anorectal manometry to gather detailed physiological data.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of incontinence conditions, leading to improved diagnosis and treatment strategies for affected patients.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated potential associations between various factors and incontinence, but this approach using high-resolution manometry is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18 years;
* Self-reported faecal incontinence.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Impossibility to perform the anorectal manometry because of pain, stenosis or organic disease;
* Active (peri)rectal inflammation, including abscess;
* Pregnancy;
* Inability to cooperate during the anorectal manometry
* Impossibility to perform HARM due to pain, stenosis or organic disease;
* Inability to complete the questionnaires

Where it's running

  • UZ Brussel
    Brussels, Brussels Capital, Belgium
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.