Side or back? new study finds best position for colonoscopy
NCT ID NCT06664762
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 33 times
Summary
This study tested whether lying on your left side or on your back during a colonoscopy is faster and has fewer complications. 144 adults having a colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening took part. The goal was to see which position helps doctors reach the end of the colon quicker without missing any polyps.
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Locations
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Antigüo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara "Fray Antonio Alcalde"
Guadalajara, Jalisco, 44200, Mexico
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IMSS Hospital General Regional 220 "José Vicente Villada"
México, Toluca de Lerdo, 50150, Mexico
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Nuevo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara "Juan I. Menchaca"
Guadalajara, Jalisco, 44340, Mexico
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