Understanding patient outcomes in a Gut Microbiota Clinic
Official title: Characteristics and Outcomes of Outpatients Referred to an Gut Microbiota Clinic
Run by Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · NCT06845527 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how personalized gut treatments can help people with intestinal diseases by testing their gut microbiome and seeing how well these treatments work.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 400 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rome, RM) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 13, 2025 |
| Main results expected | March 10, 2027 |
| Study ends | March 10, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | July 24, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06845527 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who are attending the Gut Microbiota Clinic and have undergone gut microbiota testing.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years old or those with severe psychiatric disorders may 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 observational study focuses on patients attending the Gut Microbiota Clinic at Fondazione Policlinico Gemelli, where personalized microbiota-based treatments are provided. It aims to explore the role of gut microbiome testing in diagnosing and treating intestinal diseases, including conditions like recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection and irritable bowel syndrome. The study will assess the effectiveness of these interventions and the integration of microbiome research into clinical practice. By analyzing patient outcomes, the study seeks to bridge the gap between microbiome science and routine healthcare.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding and treatment of intestinal diseases through personalized microbiome interventions.
How similar studies have gone: While the integration of microbiome research into clinical practice is still developing, there have been successful studies demonstrating the efficacy of microbiome-based treatments like fecal microbiota transplantation.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria * Age ≥18 years. * Patients attending the Microbiota Outpatient Clinic at Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli" IRCCS. * Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent. * Patients for whom gut microbiota testing has been requested as part of routine clinical care. Exclusion Criteria * Age \<18 years. * Severe psychiatric disorders that may interfere with study participation or informed consent. * Inability to provide written informed consent.
Where it's running
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Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Rome, Rm, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gianluca Ianiro, MD, PhD
- Email: gianluca.ianiro@unicatt.it
- Phone: 0630159539
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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.