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NCT07320989 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Impact of Chewing Gum on Bowel Preparation in Patients Undergoing Colonoscopy
A NA study, sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore.
- Active
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 100
- Enrollment target
NCT07320989 is a NA study that is active but no longer recruiting, run by University of Maryland, Baltimore. The registered enrollment target is 100 participants.
The verdict
NCT07320989, a NA study, is active but no longer recruiting, sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore.
- ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 100 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths that could be prevented in the United States. Colonoscopy is the best test for finding and removing polyps before they turn into cancer. However, many people are hesitant to have a colonoscopy because of the bowel preparation. The preparation can be difficult to tolerate, with patients often struggling to finish it due to the taste, volume, or side effects like nausea and bloating. This can lead to incomplete procedures or discourage people from getting screened at all. Chewing sugar-free gum is a simple, low-cost, and safe intervention that may make the preparation process easier. One study from China found that chewing gum did not change the quality of bowel cleansing, but patients reported that they were more satisfied with the process. No U.S.-based studies have tested this strategy, and no prior research has looked at whether gum chewing has different effects in people using high-volume versus low-volume prep solutions. The investigators will randomize 160 participants to the stated intervention or control using computer-generated 1:1 randomization. Upon completing the study, the investigators will analyze the data. By studying gum chewing during bowel preparation, the investigators hope to find out whether this small change can make bowel prep more tolerable and encourage more patients to complete their colonoscopy. If successful, this approach could help more people get screened, leading to earlier detection and prevention of colorectal cancer in the community.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Chewing Sugar-Free Gum During Bowel Preparation
- OTHER Standard Bowel Prep (2L PEG-ELP)
- OTHER Standard Bowel Prep
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-21 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-30 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07320989
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07320989 describes a study currently listed as active not recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 100 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of Maryland, Baltimore, which has 560 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 3 interventions - of which Chewing Sugar-Free Gum During Bowel Preparation is the first listed.
NCT07320989 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07320989 about?
NCT07320989 is a clinical study titled "Impact of Chewing Gum on Bowel Preparation in Patients Undergoing Colonoscopy". Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths that could be prevented in the United States. Colonoscopy is the best test for finding and removing polyps before they turn into cancer. However, many people are hesitant to have a colonoscopy because of the bowel preparation. The prepar...
What is the current status of trial NCT07320989?
This trial is currently active not recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 100 participants. The study started on 2026-02-21. Estimated completion is 2026-12-30.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07320989?
The interventions under investigation include: Chewing Sugar-Free Gum During Bowel Preparation (BEHAVIORAL), Standard Bowel Prep (2L PEG-ELP) (OTHER), Standard Bowel Prep (OTHER).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07320989?
This trial is sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore, which has 560 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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