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New treatment option for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Official title Testing the Impact of Measurement-Based Care on Quality of Life and Disease Management Among Veterans With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07210580
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This research study is addressing issues related to Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects over 60,000 Veterans. With close monitoring and timely treatment adjustment, the investigators can stop the natural progression of IBD, improving health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and reducing flares and hospitalizations.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- for Veteran patients include:
- receiving IBD care at one of the four sites
- reporting an impaired IBD-specific HRQOL using the Short IBD Questionnaire (SIBDQ\<60, as used by others)
- willingness and ability to participate in study procedures Clinic staff criteria:
- relevant clinic staff (gastroenterologists, advanced practice providers, nurses) involved in MBC in IBD at the four study sites (Ann Arbor, Atlanta...
You likely can't join if
- Veteran Patient Exclusion criteria:
- Presence of an ostomy or ileal-pouch anal anastomosis
- Severe comorbid medical condition that can confound PRO scores and treatment priorities (e.g., cancer, transplant).
- Exclusions can be readily determined from chart review and a baseline patient assessment Clinic staff exclusion criteria:
- Clinic staff without any experience with MBC in IBD.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Decatur, Georgia, United States
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
- Portland, Oregon, United States
- Houston, Texas, United States
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 Decatur, Georgia, United States; Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States; Portland, Oregon, United States; Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.