GASTRO-INTESTINAL DISORDER

This early-phase study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is safe and feasible for children under 22 who have ongoing gut issues after a stem cell transplant. The treatment aims to restore healthy gut bacteria to ease symptoms like diarrhea and pain. Only 10 par…

This study compares two ways of explaining how to prepare for a colonoscopy: a standard oral explanation versus watching a video tutorial. About 574 adults having their first colonoscopy will take part. The goal is to see if the video leads to better bowel cleanliness and helps d…

This study is for people with gastroparesis or functional dyspepsia—conditions that cause nausea, vomiting, belly pain, and feeling full too quickly. Researchers will track 250 adults over 48 weeks using questionnaires, a drink test, and stomach scans to better understand these d…

This study is an anonymous survey for 4th and 5th year general surgery residents in the U.S. It aims to understand who teaches them advanced gastrointestinal (GI) procedures and whether there is interest in a specialized GI fellowship. The survey also asks residents how comfortab…

This study is a registry that collects information from 100 patients who have undergone an ERCP, a procedure to diagnose and treat issues in the bile and pancreatic ducts. The goal is to better understand what factors increase the risk of pancreatitis after the procedure, so doct…

This study surveys current and past surgery fellows and their senior surgeons to see if advanced training programs in liver, pancreas, and complex stomach/bowel surgery actually prepare doctors for independent practice. About 100 participants will answer questions about their rea…