High-intensity electromagnetic stimulation for bowel control after J-pouch surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study tests whether high intensity focused electromagnetic stimulation improves fecal incontinence and quality of life in adults with a J pouch following ulcerative colitis or similar disease. Eligible participants are at least 1 year post-surgery and experience incontinence. The study will measure changes in continence and health-related quality of life before, during, and after the treatment course.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Individuals 18 years old or older are included.
* Patients who have a J pouch reconstruction due to Ulcerative Colitis or IBDU
* Must be at least 1 year out from J pouch surgery
* Have fecal incontinence

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any records flagged "break the glass" or "research opt out."
* Pediatric Patients \<18 years of age
* Did not receive a J pouch
* Patients who received a J pouch for any other indication, including but not limited to Crohn's disease, familial adenosis polyposis
* Have active pouchitis
* Have an active fistula
* If reclassified to de novo Crohn's after surgery
* Have implanted metal devices or medical devices
* Pregnant patients

Where it's running

• Cedars Sinai Medical Center
  Los Angeles, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Karen Zaghiyan, MD — Cedar Sinai Medical Center
• Study coordinator: Samara Spence, MD
• Email: samara.spence@cshs.org
• Phone: 6037323655

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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.