New device sheds light on bowel function in healthy adults
NCT ID NCT04766138
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a new device called Fecobionics in 35 healthy adults to better understand how defecation works. The device is inserted into the rectum and measures pressure, angle, and timing during bowel movements. The goal is to gather normal data that could help diagnose and treat conditions like fecal incontinence in the future.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Fecobionics device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a better way to diagnose and monitor bowel disorders like fecal incontinence.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in healthy people only, so results may not apply to patients or lead to immediate treatments.
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Conditions
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Locations
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California Medical Innovations Institute
San Diego, California, 92121, United States