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What do patients really think about colon tests? small study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT05391529

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Aberdeen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

12 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2022

Finished

Jan 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

This study will involve recruiting patients on the waiting list for colonoscopy or colon capsule endoscopy from one NHS Scotland Health Board.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients over 18 who are on the waiting list for a colonoscopy or CCE. Only patients who can provide valid consent will be included. * English language speaking (translation services are not available for this study). Exclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing colonoscopy due to positive bowel screening test or due to surveillance of known colonic pathology.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colonic disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Colonic disease

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Aberdeen

    Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

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