Bowel sounds may reveal hidden inflammation in kids with Crohn's

NCT ID NCT05955963

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether analyzing bowel sounds with a computer can help measure disease activity in children with Crohn's disease. Researchers will record bowel sounds and compare them to a standard disease activity score. The goal is to find a noninvasive, painless way to monitor inflammation without blood tests or scans.

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 successful, this could lead to a simple, noninvasive way to monitor Crohn's disease activity in children using a stethoscope and sound analysis.

What could go wrong

This is an early observational study with only 49 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The method may not prove reliable enough for clinical use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Crohn disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Amiens

    Amiens, 80054, France