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Revista colombiana de Gastroenterología
Print version ISSN 0120-9957On-line version ISSN 2500-7440
Abstract
PEREZ-RIVEROS, Erika D. et al. Non-inferiority between two low-volume agents (sodium picosulfate/magnesium citrate vs. sodium sulfate/potassium/magnesium) to prepare the bowel for diagnostic procedures: an observational study. Rev. colomb. Gastroenterol. [online]. 2020, vol.35, n.4, pp.436-446. Epub July 12, 2021. ISSN 0120-9957. https://doi.org/10.22516/25007440.545.
Introduction:
Colorectal cancer is a public health problem; however, early detection reduces morbidity and mortality. Colonoscopy is the procedure of choice for detecting precancerous lesions, and success depends on proper bowel cleansing.
Objective:
To evaluate the performance of two low-volume agents used in a high-level hospital.
Materials and methods:
Prospective study in adults who underwent colonoscopy at the Fundación Santa Fe in Bogotá, Colombia. Preparations were evaluated using the Boston Bowel Preparation Scale. A score ≥6 points indicated adequate preparation. A logistic regression analysis was carried out to establish the effectiveness of the medicines with a non-inferiority ratio of 3-5%.
Results:
598 patients were evaluated. 49% (293) received sodium picosulfate/magnesium citrate and 51% (305) received sodium sulfate/potassium/magnesium, with an average Boston score of 6.98±1.86 (78% Boston ≥6) and 7.39±1.83 (83%), respectively (p=0.649). According to the analysis of the presence and frequency of unwanted symptoms, picosulfate was better tolerated (p < 0.001).
Conclusions:
Bowel preparation studies in patients from a real-life scenario are scarce. Low-volume agents had similar overall and segmental effectiveness in the colon, confirming non-inferiority; sodium picosulfate/magnesium citrate was better tolerated. A cost-effectiveness study could establish the best option according to the needs of the study population.
Keywords : Colorectal neoplasms; Sodium picosulfate; Intestinal preparation; Real-llife evidence..