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A Study of Outcomes after Early Closure of Diverting Loop Ileostomy

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to assess the immediate outcomes associated with early closure of diverting loop ileostomy.  In addition, days to return to work will be calculated.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

All patients who agree to participate, who had a DLI and meet the following criteria:

  1. No major complications after the index operation.
  2. No evidence of anastomotic leak radiologically (pouchogram ) and endoscopically that will be done just prior to the reversal
  3. Normal nutritional status

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. If there was positive leak on pouchogram prior to reversal
  2. Patient who will need to receive adjuvant chemotherapy
  3. If the risk of anastomotic leak in the index operation is higher than expected due to other reasons, such as malnutrition, technical factors, surgeon’s judgment.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Scott Kelley, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Nitin Mishra, M.B.B.S., M.S.

Closed for enrollment

Jacksonville, Fla.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Amit Merchea, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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