Dietary treatment for irritable bowel syndrome in primary care
Dietary Treatment for IBS Within Primary Health Care
This study tests whether traditional dietary advice or healthy eating guidelines can help people with irritable bowel syndrome feel better when they receive support in online group sessions.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 240 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sahlgrenska University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gothenburg) |
| Trial ID | NCT05415488 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of traditional dietary advice for managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) based on NICE guidelines within a primary health care setting. Participants will receive online dietary group treatment, with one group receiving the traditional advice and a sham comparator group receiving dietary advice based on Swedish healthy eating guidelines. The study aims to evaluate the impact of these dietary interventions on IBS symptoms among individuals diagnosed with the condition. The treatment is delivered digitally in groups of 8-12 individuals, allowing for shared experiences and support.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18-50 who have been diagnosed with IBS and can read and understand Swedish.
Not a fit: Patients who have previously received dietary treatment for IBS or have other conditions explaining their gastrointestinal symptoms may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide evidence-based dietary recommendations that significantly improve the management of IBS symptoms for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While dietary interventions for IBS have been explored, this specific approach comparing NICE guidelines to Swedish dietary guidelines is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with IBS (ROME IV) by physician * Age 18-50 * Ability to read and understand Swedish * Signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Received dietary treatment for IBS previously * Manifestations of other conditions that may explain gastrointestinal symptoms
Where this trial is running
Gothenburg
- Dept of Internal Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital — Gothenburg, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sanna Nybacka, PhD
- Email: sanna.nybacka@gu.se
- Phone: +46736877771
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.