Could a poop transplant ease Parkinson's?
NCT ID NCT07597421
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) from healthy donors can improve motor and non-motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. 58 participants will receive either FMT or a control, and their movement scores will be compared after 6 months. The goal is to see if changing gut bacteria can help manage the disease.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) from healthy donors
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a new way to manage Parkinson's symptoms by targeting the gut-brain connection.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early pilot study, so results may not be conclusive. The procedure involves antibiotics and colonoscopy, which carry their own risks.
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