Report of a New Method Used to Identify the Bacteria Present in a Human Colon Biopsy Sample

The method used for the biopsy analysis may be able to provide important insights into the complex microbial communities found in the human colon or in complex human infections. Therefore, this methodology may prove useful to other researchers or physicians.

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Key information

Conditions

Molecular Analysis Colitis Colitis, Ulcerative Colonic Diseases Digestive System Diseases Gastroenteritis Gastrointestinal Diseases Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Intestinal Diseases

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Observational

About this study

The method used to identify the microbes in the sample was chosen because it had the potential to provide more exhaustive identification of the bacteria present in the sample as compared to culturing methodology. The molecular method worked well, so it is appropriate to share the method with the medical and scientific communities.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Diagnosis of ulcerative colitis
Age >= 18 years old
Female

Exclusion criteria

Anyone not meeting inclusion criteria.

Treatment and study plan

molecular analysis

Procedure

bowel disease

Primary outcomes

The method used for the biopsy analysis may be able to provide important insights into the complex microbial communities found in the human colon or in complex human infections.

Time frame: 1 year

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Southwest Regional Wound Care Center

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Retrospective Study Protocol: Report of a New Method Used to Identify the Bacteria Present in a Human Colon Biopsy

Important dates

Study start: 2008
Primary completion: 2009
Study completion: 2009
First posted: Apr 16, 2009
Registry last updated: Sep 7, 2011

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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