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To prep or not to prep? trial tests bowel cleanout before colostomy reversal in kids

NCT ID NCT06902116

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Child Health Sciences and Children's Hospital, Lahore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two approaches before colostomy reversal surgery in children aged 1 to 15: three days of mechanical bowel preparation versus no preparation at all. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer complications like anastomotic leakage, wound infection, and shorter hospital stays. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two groups, and outcomes are measured after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If one approach proves safer, it could simplify care for children undergoing colostomy reversal, reducing complications and hospital stays.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial with only 80 children, so results may not apply broadly. The best method may still carry risks of infection or leakage.

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As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BOWEL ANASTOMOSIS BOWEL PREPARATION COLOSTOMY - STOMA

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • University of Child Health Sciences, The Children's Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54600, Pakistan

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