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NCT06874673
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Pronase in Improving Endoscopic Mucosal Clarity During Colonoscopy for Patients with Colitis

Sponsor: Changhai Hospital

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Summary

Pronase is a proteolytic enzyme known for its ability to clear mucus by breaking down its main component, mucin, through enzymatic hydrolysis. This property makes it useful in gastroscopy, where it is employed to improve the visibility of the mucosal surface during endoscopic examinations. Given the same mechanism, pronase may also be beneficial in enhancing mucosal clarity during colonoscopy. This multicenter, prospective, double-blind randomized controlled trial is designed to assess the effectiveness and safety of pronase in improving mucosal visibility in patients with colitis during endoscopy.

Official title: A Multicenter, Prospective, Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Pronase in Improving Endoscopic Mucosal Clarity During Colonoscopy for Patients with Colitis

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - 75 Years

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

438

Start Date

2025-03-17

Completion Date

2025-11-30

Last Updated

2025-03-13

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

DRUG

Pronase

During the colonoscopy procedure on participants in Group A, when colitis with mucosal mucus impeding visualization is encountered, the gastroenterologist uses a solution of pronase (200 U/mL) delivered through the endoscope's biopsy forceps to irrigate the affected area. Images are captured before and after the irrigation, and a score for improvement in mucosal clarity is assigned. The location of the lesion, irrigation time, and volume of fluid used are recorded. During endoscope withdrawal, the same area is reassessed for improvement in clarity, and the disease activity is evaluated. Biopsy specimens are taken from the most severe inflammation site for histopathological examination.

DRUG

Saline (NaCl 0,9 %) (placebo)

During the colonoscopy procedure on participants in Group B, when colitis with mucosal mucus impeding visualization is encountered, the gastroenterologist uses saline delivered through the endoscope's biopsy forceps to irrigate the affected area. Images are captured before and after the irrigation, and a score for improvement in mucosal clarity is assigned. The location of the lesion, irrigation time, and volume of fluid used are recorded. During endoscope withdrawal, the same area is reassessed for improvement in clarity, and the disease activity is evaluated. Biopsy specimens are taken from the most severe inflammation site for histopathological examination.

Locations (1)

Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China