Effect of bowel preparation on minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
Investigating the Necessity of Bowel Preparation in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
This study tests whether preparing the bowels before minimally invasive gynecologic surgery makes the surgery easier and improves patient satisfaction.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 166 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Henry Ford Health System Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Detroit, Michigan and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06820359 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the necessity of bowel preparation prior to minimally invasive robotic gynecologic surgery. Patients will be randomly assigned to either receive bowel preparation or not before their surgery. The study aims to assess the impact of bowel preparation on surgical ease, intraoperative visualization, and patient satisfaction. Data will be collected on demographics, surgical history, and patient feedback post-surgery. A total of 150 participants will be enrolled to ensure robust results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older scheduled for minimally invasive robotic gynecologic surgery.
Not a fit: Patients scheduled for open surgery or those unable to perform an enema will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could clarify the role of bowel preparation in improving surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
How similar studies have performed: While bowel preparation is commonly practiced, this study aims to provide evidence-based insights, making it a novel approach in this specific context.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Scheduled to undergo minimally invasive robotic gynecologic surgery; * Age 18 years and above * Willing to perform an enema if randomized to the enema group * Able to read and understand English * Willing to sign an informed consent form Exclusion Criteria: * Scheduled for open surgery * Younger than 18 years of age * Unwilling to perform an enema if randomized to the enema group * Unable to read and understand English * Unwilling to sign an informed consent form
Where this trial is running
Detroit, Michigan and 1 other locations
- Henry Ford St. John Hospital — Detroit, Michigan, United States (Recruiting)
- Henry Ford Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Warren Campus — Warren, Michigan, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Muhammad Aslam, MD — Henry Ford Health
- Study coordinator: Muhammad Aslam, MD
- Email: maslam2@hfhs.org
- Phone: 313-343-3494
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.