Observing functional digestive disorders

Observatory of Functionnal Digestive Disorders

University Hospital, Rouen · NCT04918329

This study is collecting health information and samples from people with digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome to see if it can help find better treatments for them.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Rouen (other)
Locations1 site (Rouen)
Trial IDNCT04918329 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on collecting clinical and biological data from patients suffering from functional digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, dyspepsia, and fecal incontinence. The aim is to gather prospective data and biological samples during routine care to identify potential diagnostic or prognostic markers that could enhance therapeutic responses. By understanding the underlying pathophysiology of these conditions, the study seeks to improve treatment strategies for affected patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who have been experiencing functional digestive disorders for more than three months.

Not a fit: Patients who are unable to understand or respond to questionnaires due to cognitive or psychiatric issues may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment options for patients with functional digestive disorders.

How similar studies have performed: While similar observational studies have been conducted, this specific approach to identifying therapeutic markers in functional digestive disorders is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients over 18 years of age;
* Patients with functional digestive disorder for more of 3 months;
* Patients assessed as part of routine care;
* Patients affiliated to the Social Security ;
* Patients not opposed to participation in the Centre

Exclusion Criteria:

* Person deprived of liberty by administrative or judicial decision or major protected subject (under guardianship or curatorship);
* Patients unable for any reason to read, understand, respond questionnaires (visual, psychiatric, cognitive, etc.)

Where this trial is running

Rouen

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Dyspepsia, Functional Constipation, Faecal Incontinence, Abdominal Pain, Vomiting Syndrome, Observatory, functional digestive disorders

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.