Minty colonoscopy rinse could boost cancer detection
NCT ID NCT07501975
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests a special rinse solution containing menthol (from peppermint) and simethicone (a defoamer) during colonoscopy. The goal is to reduce muscle spasms and clear bubbles, giving doctors a better view to find precancerous polyps. About 500 adults undergoing colonoscopy will be randomly assigned to get the new rinse or standard saline. The main measure is how many polyps are found.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- 0.1% menthol solution combined with simethicone aqueous suspension
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could make colonoscopies more comfortable and effective at finding polyps, potentially improving early cancer detection.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage trial with no phase designation, so results are uncertain. The solution may not significantly improve detection or could cause unexpected side effects.
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