Pre-operative Nutrition for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores how pre-surgery nutrition might aid recovery in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Researchers aim to determine if identifying and treating malnutrition can reduce post-surgery complications. They are also testing whether Ensure Surgery Immunonutrition shakes can enhance recovery. Participants with IBD scheduled for intestinal surgery at NYU Langone Health, who can communicate in English and provide consent, may be eligible.
As an unphased trial, this study allows participants to contribute to important research that could enhance surgical recovery for future IBD patients.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that Ensure Surgery Immunonutrition shakes are safe for pre-operative use in IBD patients?
Research has shown that Ensure Surgery Immunonutrition shakes are designed to aid recovery and boost the immune system, particularly around surgery. These shakes contain essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, which supports tissue repair and healing. Some individuals have experienced side effects like gas and stomach issues when consuming these shakes. It is important to use them under a doctor's guidance to monitor and manage any side effects. Although specific data on negative effects is lacking, the shakes are generally considered safe. Approval for another condition suggests they are trusted to be safe.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the use of Ensure Surgery Immunonutrition shakes for pre-operative nutrition in inflammatory bowel disease because they offer a targeted approach to improving surgical outcomes. Unlike standard treatments that primarily focus on managing inflammation with medication, these shakes are designed to enhance the body's immune response and nutritional status before surgery. This nutritional boost can potentially lead to better recovery times and reduced complications, offering a complementary strategy to traditional medical therapies.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for inflammatory bowel disease?
Research suggests that special nutrition before surgery, such as immunonutrition, can improve health and reduce complications for patients. Studies have shown that drinking immunonutrition shakes before surgery helps the bowel recover faster. This nutrition may also lower the risk of post-surgery problems. Some research found that it can even reduce the time patients spend in the hospital. While larger studies are needed, evidence indicates that these nutritional shakes can aid recovery for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Participants in this trial will either receive a standard of care intervention with Ensure® Surgery Immunonutrition shakes or be referred to a nutrition specialist if found to be malnourished.56789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jennifer Katz, MD
Principal Investigator
NYU Langone Health
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who are scheduled for elective resection surgery. Participants should be screened for malnutrition and willing to follow a nutrition plan provided by specialists.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-operative Nutrition Intervention
Participants receive nutrition-focused visits and interventions to mitigate malnutrition prior to surgery
Surgery and Immediate Post-operative Care
Participants undergo elective or emergent resection surgery and receive immediate post-operative care
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after surgery, including assessment of postoperative complications
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Ensure Surgery Immunonutrition shakes
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
NYU Langone Health
Lead Sponsor