Efferent loop stimulation before ileostomy closure in adults with temporary ileostomy
Tests daily saline stimulation of the bowel loop before ileostomy reversal surgery in adults.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Implementation of an Efferent Loop Stimulation Protocol Prior to Ileostomy Closure at La Paz University Hospital
Key facts
- Where
- Madrid, SpainSee the site
AI summary: who the study is looking for
From the trial's eligibility criteria. Machine-read from the registry text on this page, so it can be wrong. The registry text below and the trial team decide who can take part.
The trial is looking for adults who have an ileostomy and need surgery to restore normal bowel flow. They must be able to stimulate the efferent loop for at least two weeks before surgery.
- Age
- Over 18 years
- Sex
- All sexes can join.
- Disease stage
- Having an ileostomy, with a medical indication for surgery to rebuild intestinal transit, whatever the underlying cause.
Main reasons for not taking part
- Has an ileostomy but does not want intestinal reconstruction surgery
- Cannot complete at least two weeks of efferent loop stimulation before the surgery
- Does not give consent to take part
Read by machine on 12 November 2026.
Where in Spain
- Hospital Universitario La PazMadrid, SpainContact: Luis Dr.Asensio Gómez, ConsultantTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Contact the study team: see the registry record → Contacts and Locations
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- Who runs it
- Hospital Universitario La Paz
- Trial code
- NCT06974500
- Record updated
- 16 May 2025
- Original description
Stoma creation is a common surgical procedure, employed in certain contexts within general surgery, particularly in colorectal and emergency surgery. Although stoma formation is a life-saving technique, the diversion of intestinal contents has pathophysiological, aesthetic, and psychological repercussions on patients' lives. Stomas may be either permanent or temporary. In temporary cases, a second intervention is required to perform ileostomy closure and restore normal intestinal transit.Read full original descriptionShow less
Implementation of an Efferent Loop Stimulation Protocol Prior to Ileostomy Closure at La Paz University Hospital
Stoma creation is a common surgical procedure, employed in certain contexts within general surgery, particularly in colorectal and emergency surgery. Although stoma formation is a life-saving technique, the diversion of intestinal contents has pathophysiological, aesthetic, and psychological repercussions on patients' lives. Stomas may be either permanent or temporary. In temporary cases, a second intervention is required to perform ileostomy closure and restore normal intestinal transit.
Several studies indicate that stimulation of the efferent loop prior to ileostomy closure yields benefits in patients' postoperative outcomes. Currently, there is no established protocol for this intervention at Hospital Universitario La Paz. However, implementing such a protocol-given that it is a simple, inexpensive, and accessible intervention-could offer significant cost-effectiveness. It may reduce complications and hospital stay, improve patients' quality of life, and represent a valuable contribution to the General Surgery Departmen
Exclusion: Subjects who are unable to complete at least two weeks of efferent loop stimulation prior to reconstruction surgery; Subjects with an ileostomy who do not wish to undergo intestinal reconstruction; Subjects who do not provide consent to participate in the study.
IInclusion Criteria:; Subjects must be able to understand the purpose and risks of the study, provide informed consent, and authorise the use of confidential health information; Patients over 18 years of age who, regardless of the underlying cause, have an ileostomy and a medical indication for intestinal transit reconstruction by a general surgeon; Subjects who are able and willing to participate and to comply with follow-up for the duration of the study.