Plain-English translation of NCT03458195 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ·
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Researchers are trying to understand why some people with Crohn's disease do better after bowel surgery than others. This study will collect blood samples, small pieces of tissue from your intestines, and detailed information about your health before surgery, during surgery, and at follow-up visits over 18 months. By studying these samples and medical records, doctors hope to find patterns that can help predict who is at higher risk for problems after surgery and improve treatment plans.
Even with today's medicines, many people with Crohn's disease still need surgery and have a hard time afterward. Doctors want to understand the deeper biological reasons why the disease comes back in some patients and not others, so they can give better care and prevent complications.
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You would participate before and after your scheduled bowel surgery. Before surgery, you'll have a visit where doctors collect blood and tissue samples. During surgery, additional samples are collected as part of routine care. At 6 months after surgery, you'll return for a follow-up exam with more blood and tissue samples. Finally, you'll have a visit at 18 months to check on your long-term recovery. Throughout, doctors will track your symptoms, any complications, and any new treatments you receive.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 5, 2026 · Not medical advice
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