Poop pills? no, stool transplants aim to cure recurrent c. diff
NCT ID NCT03562741
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether transplanting stool from a healthy donor into the colon can prevent recurrent C. diff infections. The procedure, done via colonoscopy, aims to restore good bacteria that keep C. diff in check. Researchers are tracking 500 people to see if this stops diarrhea from coming back.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Fecal microbiota transplantation (stool from a healthy donor)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a reliable way to prevent repeat C. diff infections without relying on antibiotics.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be less conclusive. Risks include infection from donor stool or procedure complications.
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UMass Memorial Medical Center
RECRUITINGWorcester, Massachusetts, 01655, United States
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