Mechanical colon cleansing device in patients with chronic constipation: An experimental study

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Medical Devices
• Clinical Trials

Background:

• Constipation is a prevalent gastrointestinal issue affecting diverse age groups.
• Existing mechanical cleansing devices are often prohibitively expensive and inaccessible in certain regions.
• There is a need for cost-effective and readily available constipation management solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a novel mechanical cleansing device, "Roodeshur," for chronic constipation.
• To assess the impact of the Roodeshur device on intestinal movement and constipation severity.
• To determine the feasibility of Roodeshur as an accessible treatment option.

Main Methods:

• A pilot experimental trial involving 15 patients with chronic constipation resistant to medical therapy.
• Patients met ROME III criteria for constipation and had symptoms for at least two years.
• Wexner and Longo scores were assessed before and after intervention with the Roodeshur device; data analyzed using T-test.

Main Results:

• The Roodeshur device showed a statistically significant improvement in intestinal movement (p<0.001).
• A significant decrease in Wexner's score was observed post-intervention (p<0.001), indicating reduced constipation severity.
• The study included 15 patients (5 female, 10 male) with a mean age of 53.56±18.34 years.

Conclusions:

• The Roodeshur mechanical cleansing device is effective and safe for managing constipation resistant to conventional therapies.
• The device is low-cost and easily accessible, making it a viable option for wider patient use.
• Further research with larger sample sizes is recommended to confirm these findings.