A Trial on Prophylactic Clipping to Prevent Post-polypectomy Bleeding After Colonoscopy in Direct Oral Anticoagulant Users

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Post Polypectomy Bleeding
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
584 (estimated)
Sponsor
Chinese University of Hong Kong · Other
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About This Trial

The investigators hypothesize that prophylactic clipping after colonoscopic polypectomy can reduce risk of delayed PPB among DOAC users. The investigators also hypothesize that pre-endoscopy drug level can predict the risk of hemorrhagic complications after the procedure.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * They are active users of any DOAC * They require elective colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening, polyp surveillance, or investigation of symptoms such as anemia or past gastrointestinal bleeding * Aged 18 years old or above; * Written informed consent obtained. Exclusio…
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Louis Ho Shing Lau

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louishslau@cuhk.edu.lhk

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