Evaluating the appropriateness of colonoscopy prescriptions
Official title: Appropriateness of Colonoscopy Indication: an Evaluation of the Clinical and Economic Impact. Multicenter Prospective Observational Study.
Run by IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna · NCT06775951 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether a new way to decide who needs a colonoscopy can help doctors avoid unnecessary procedures and better identify patients at risk for serious issues.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1410 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Bologna and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 2, 2023 |
| Main results expected | October 1, 2025 |
| Study ends | October 1, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | January 15, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06775951 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adults over 18 years old who are scheduled for outpatient or inpatient colonoscopy for any medical condition.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients requiring emergency colonoscopy procedures 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 study aims to assess how well colonoscopy prescriptions align with established guidelines and their impact on diagnostic outcomes. By analyzing data from patients undergoing colonoscopy, the researchers intend to develop a predictive model that identifies individuals most likely to have significant lesions. This approach seeks to reduce unnecessary procedures, optimize resource use, and minimize patient risk. The study is conducted in an outpatient and inpatient setting, focusing on improving the efficiency of colonoscopy utilization.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate colonoscopy prescriptions, reducing unnecessary procedures and associated healthcare costs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated that appropriate colonoscopy indications correlate with better diagnostic outcomes, suggesting this approach has merit.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age \>18 years * Patients undergoing outpatient and inpatient colonoscopy for any pathology, as part of the normal care process * Obtaining informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Investigations performed in an emergency/emergency setting
Where it's running
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IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria di Bologna
Bologna, Italy Recruiting -
IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
Bologna, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lorenzo Fuccio, MD — IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
- Study coordinator: Lorenzo Fuccio, MD
- Email: lorenzo.fuccio3@unibo.it
- Phone: 0039 0512143338
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.