Mucosal Innate Immune Activation in Chronic Intestinal Disorders

Purpose

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are types of chronic intestinal disorder called inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that can affect the small and large bowel causing symptoms of abdominal pain, diarrhea, blood in the stool, and weight loss. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a milder form of IBD, with symptoms of abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea or constipation, and blood in the stool. It is not known what causes diseases such as IBD and IBS. This study will look at the events in the gut that leads to leaky gut and inflammation in patients with IBD and IBS. The study will also see if medications such as rifaximin and mesalamine may reduce the amount of leaky gut.

Conditions

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Eligibility

Eligible Ages
Between 18 Years and 99 Years
Eligible Genders
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No

Inclusion Criteria

  • Men and women, 18-years old and older - Presenting at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Endoscopy center to undergo endoscopy with biopsy for surveillance, screening or diagnosis.

Exclusion Criteria

  • Subjects classified in an anesthesia risk group , American Society of Anesthesiologists Class (ASA) ≥ 4, - history of bleeding diathesis or coagulopathy - stroke or transient neurological attack within the last 6 months - pregnancy - currently on blood thinners (excepting aspirin) - subject is unable to consent themselves

Study Design

Phase
Study Type
Observational
Observational Model
Case-Only
Time Perspective
Prospective

Recruiting Locations

More Details

NCT ID
NCT03529318
Status
Withdrawn
Sponsor
University of Arkansas