Warm or cold? study tests best water for colonoscopy cleanout

NCT ID NCT07295405

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This completed study looked at 260 adults having a colonoscopy to see if using warm or cold water during bowel prep makes a difference in how clean the colon gets. Participants were split into two groups based on water temperature, and cleanliness was scored using a standard scale. The goal is to find a simple way to improve prep quality without extra medication.

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 it works, this could lead to simple, cost-free advice on using warm or cold water for better colonoscopy prep.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be influenced by other factors. The findings may not apply to everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital

    Istanbul, Istanbul, 34147, Turkey (Türkiye)