Ten Versus Fifteen Centimeter Pouch in IPAA Surgery

Launched by ODENSE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Aug 1, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to find out how the size of an ileal reservoir, which is a pouch created during surgery for certain bowel conditions, affects the results of a procedure called ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA). Specifically, it will compare two different sizes of the pouch—one that is 10 centimeters long and another that is 15 centimeters long. The goal is to see if the size of the pouch makes a difference in how well patients recover and function after surgery.

To be eligible for this study, participants need to be planning to undergo IPAA surgery due to conditions like ulcerative colitis or familial adenomatous polyposis. They should have a normal ability to control their bowel movements, which will be checked by the surgeon. Additionally, participants must agree to take part in the study and be able to have either size of pouch created without any issues during the surgery. If you join this trial, you can expect to be monitored closely to assess your recovery and overall health after the procedure. This research is important as it aims to improve surgical outcomes for patients undergoing these types of surgeries.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Undergoing ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) for ulcerative colitis or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) (implying a normal sphincter function as judged by history and clinical examination)
• • Signed informed consent
• • Able to perform both a small (10 cm) and medium-size (15 cm) pouch with adequate reach and no tension as determined subjectively by the surgeon intraoperatively