Real-Life Colonoscopy Preparation

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https://doi.org/10.22516/25007440.1153

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Bowel preparation, Colonoscopy, Polyethylene glycol, Sodium picosulfate, Sodium-Potassium-Magnesium Sulfate

Abstract

Introduction: The quality of a colonoscopy is a key factor in clinical outcomes and largely depends on the bowel cleanliness achieved through proper preparation. The type of agent, adherence, and tolerability are factors that can influence the quality of bowel preparation and, consequently, the results of the procedure. This study aims to evaluate the factors that determine the choice of preparation agent and its impact on the quality of colonoscopy. 

Methodology: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted with a sample of 530 patients. Agents evaluated included polyethylene glycol (PEG), sodium picosulfate, and sodium-potassium-magnesium sulfate (Na-K-Mg sulfate), with their continuous and split-dose regimens, depending on the case. The reasons for selection and tolerability were assessed through a survey. Bowel cleanliness was determined by the endoscopist using the Boston scale.

Results: The average age was 52.7 years (±13.4), with 60% being women. The most selected agent was PEG (81.9%) in the full-dose regimen (74.5%). The main determining factor was the availability of the drug, at 42.6%. Unwanted symptoms were reported in 62.6% of patients, however, 99.4% achieved adequate preparation (Boston ≥6).

Conclusion: The primary factor related to the selection of the bowel preparation agent is availability. Objective tolerability does not significantly affect the quality of bowel cleanliness or the success of the procedure.

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Author Biographies

Carlos Arturo Rojas Rodríguez, Fundacion Valle del Lili

Gastroenterologist, Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Service, Fundación Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia.

Jorge Andres Salazar Arenas , Fundación valle Del Lili

Gastroenterologist, Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Service, Fundación Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia.

Nelson Enrique Rojas Rojas, Fundación Valle del Lili

Physician, School of Health Sciences, Universidad ICESI. Internal Medicine Resident, Department
of Internal Medicine, Fundación Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia.

Carlos Andrés Mejía Gómez, Fundación Valle del Lili

Physician, School of Health Sciences, Universidad ICESI. Internal Medicine Resident, Department
of Internal Medicine, Fundación Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia.

Michell Gonzalez Hurtado, Fundación valle Del Lili

Physician, Research Assistant, Clinical Research Center, Fundación Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia.

Ana Fernanda Mejía Hurtado, Universidad Icesi

Epidemiologist, Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, School of Health
Sciences, Universidad ICESI. Cali, Colombia.

Eliana Manzi Tarpues, Fundación Valle del Lili

Genetic Biologist, Specialist in Applied Statistics. Research Specialist, Clinical Research Center,
Fundación Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia

Leidy Johanna Hurtado Bermúdez , Fundación valle Del Lili

Statistician, Master’s in Epidemiology. Research Specialist, Clinical Research Center, Fundación
Valle del Lili. Cali, Colombia.

Wanda Zamary Colorado Vásquez , Universidad Icesi, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Medical Student, School of Health Sciences, Universidad ICESI. Cali, Colombia.

Natalia Camila Mena Cabrera , Universidad Icesi, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Medical Student, School of Health Sciences, Universidad ICESI. Cali, Colombia.

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2024-09-30

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Rojas Rodríguez, C. A., Salazar Arenas , J. A., Rojas Rojas, N. E., Mejía Gómez, C. A., Gonzalez Hurtado, M., Mejía Hurtado, A. F., … Mena Cabrera , N. C. (2024). Real-Life Colonoscopy Preparation. Revista Colombiana De Gastroenterología, 39(3), 274–280. https://doi.org/10.22516/25007440.1153

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