Stool transplants via stoma show promise for treating Post-Surgery colon inflammation

This study tests whether giving patients their own stool bacteria through a temporary stoma can reduce inflammation in the unused part of the colon, a condition called diversion colitis. Sixty-six people with rectal cancer who have a temporary ileostomy will receive either a daily fecal bacteria infusion or a saltwater rinse for four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in inflammation using a camera and tissue samples, and track bowel function and quality of life after the stoma is reversed.