What do patients really think about colon tests? small study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT05391529
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study interviewed 12 patients waiting for either a colonoscopy or a colon capsule endoscopy. The goal was to understand what factors are most important to them when deciding between these two colon tests. Researchers used telephone interviews and analyzed the conversations to identify key themes. The results may help improve how these tests are offered in the future.
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 help doctors design better colon tests that match what patients really want.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small interview study with only 12 people, so the findings may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
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University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
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