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New treatment option for Iron Deficiency Anaemia
Official title The Use of Robot Assisted Magnetically Controlled Capsule Endoscopy in Patients With Iron Deficiency Anaemia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07197424
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- In this study the investigators will recruit patients who have already had an upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract endoscopy (OGD) and lower GI tract investigations which did not identify the source of iron deficiency anaemia, and who need the small bowel to be investigated. This will comprise both patients who would have proceeded directly to small bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) under standard care and also those from whom an initial 'watch and wait' approach may have been adopted before proceeding to SBCE.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients aged 18 and above
- Confirmed diagnosis of iron deficiency anaemia (either recent onset or recurrent)
- No significant cause for iron deficiency anaemia previously identified on upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy or CT colonography
- Patients who would either have proceeded directly to small bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) or who would have had an initial 'watch and wait' period...
You likely can't join if
- Known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction, strictures or fistulae
- Previous abdominal surgery
- Dysphagia
- Patients with a pacemaker, defibrillator or other implanted electronic device
- In vivo retention with medical metal fittings - shunts, plates, stents or clips
- A history of metal fragments in the eyes or elsewhere in the body
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult patients aged 18 and above
- Confirmed diagnosis of iron deficiency anaemia (either recent onset or recurrent)
- No significant cause for iron deficiency anaemia previously identified on upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy or CT colonography
- Patients who would either have proceeded directly to small bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) or who would have had an initial 'watch and wait' period prior to undergoing SBCE
- Known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction, strictures or fistulae
- Previous abdominal surgery
- Dysphagia
- Patients with a pacemaker, defibrillator or other implanted electronic device
- In vivo retention with medical metal fittings - shunts, plates, stents or clips
- A history of metal fragments in the eyes or elsewhere in the body
- Confirmed or possible pregnancy
- Patients who are not deemed to have capacity according to the Adults with Incapacity Act
- Patients who are currently part of another research study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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