NCT01603927

Brief Summary

Bowel cancer is a common disorder in the UK. Most cancers happen when a type of polyp, called an adenoma, becomes cancerous. Polyps are growths in the large bowel that can be cancerous, non-cancerous, or pre-cancerous (adenoma). Polyps are most commonly detected during colonoscopy (camera test of the lower bowel). The removal of adenomas has been shown to reduce the subsequent risk of bowel cancer. Current practice is that all polyps are removed or biopsied to allow a laboratory diagnosis (histology). This is important as it influences if and when patients require follow-up colonoscopies, known as the surveillance interval. Patients with only non-cancerous polyps do not need surveillance. A new blue light technology, called narrow band imaging (NBI), used during colonoscopy can help colonoscopists (doctor or nurse performing the procedure)differentiate between polyp types during colonoscopy. NBI is currently available in a large number of UK endoscopy units however is variably used. Studies from 'expert' centres have demonstrated that NBI allows accurate optical diagnosis of colonic polyps. Benefits of optical diagnosis include avoiding removal of non-cancerous polyps and an immediate (on the day) diagnosis for the patient including the surveillance interval. The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the accuracy with which colonoscopists assess the required surveillance interval using optical diagnosis when compared with histology in non-expert centres. The investigators will invite 2500 patients, who have been referred for colonoscopy, to participate. Patients will undergo a routine colonoscopy the only addition being the use of NBI during the procedure. Colonoscopists will provide an optical diagnosis at the time of colonoscopy in addition to polyp removal or biopsy. The investigators will compare surveillance intervals provided using optical diagnosis with the diagnosis from histology and thereby the accuracy with which colonoscopists can use the technology. The investigators will also calculate the cost savings to the NHS.

Trial Health

43
At Risk

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Trial has exceeded expected completion date
Enrollment
2,500

participants targeted

Target at P75+ for all trials

Timeline
Completed

Started Jun 2012

Geographic Reach
1 country

5 active sites

Status
unknown

Health score is calculated from publicly available data and should be used for screening purposes only.

Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

May 17, 2012

Completed
6 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

May 23, 2012

Completed
9 days until next milestone

Study Start

First participant enrolled

June 1, 2012

Completed
1 year until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

June 1, 2013

Completed
6 months until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

December 1, 2013

Completed
Last Updated

May 23, 2012

Status Verified

May 1, 2012

Enrollment Period

1 year

First QC Date

May 17, 2012

Last Update Submit

May 22, 2012

Conditions

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • The sensitivity NBI optical diagnosis in determining colonoscopy surveillance intervals.

    The proportion of individuals requiring surveillance colonoscopy (according to British Society of Gastroenterology Guidelines)that are correctly identified by NBI optical diagnosis (test sensitivity).

    12 months

Secondary Outcomes (4)

  • The sensitivity, specificity and accuracy of optical diagnosis on a per polyp basis.

    12 months

  • The learning curve and maintenance of accuracy of optical diagnosis.

    12 months

  • The economic implications of replacing histological assessment with optical diagnosis.

    12 months

  • Description of the population undergoing routine colonoscopy and prevalence of polyps and polyp type.

    12 months

Study Arms (1)

Colonoscopy with Narrow band imaging (NBI)

All patients attending for routine colonoscopies performed for the diagnosis of symptoms or asymptomatic screening.

Device: Narrow band imaging for 'optical diagnosis' of colonic polyps (Olympus).

Interventions

Colonoscopists will narrow band imaging to provide an 'optical diagnosis' for colonic polyps found during routine colonoscopies performed for the diagnosis of symptoms or asymptomatic screening.

Colonoscopy with Narrow band imaging (NBI)

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years+
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
Sampling MethodNon-Probability Sample
Study Population

Patients attending for routine diagnostic or screening colonoscopy.

You may qualify if:

  • Phase 1
  • Patients able to provide valid informed consent.
  • Patients over 18 years of age.
  • Patients attending for routine colonoscopy.
  • Phase 2
  • Patients with one or more polyps under 10mm detected at colonoscopy.
  • Patients undergoing a complete colonoscopy confirmed by photo documentation of caecal landmarks.

You may not qualify if:

  • Patients with known inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis of Crohns disease) or known polyposis syndromes.
  • Patients who lack capacity to give informed consent as assessed by the clinical study team member taking consent.
  • Patients who are known to be pregnant (self-reported).

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (5)

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Darlington, County Durham, DL3 6HX, United Kingdom

Location

North Cumbria University Hospitals NHS Trust

Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7HY, United Kingdom

Location

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust

Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9JJ, United Kingdom

Location

South Tees NHS Trust

Middlesbrough, Teeside, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom

Location

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Stockton-on-Tees, Teeside, TS19 8PE, United Kingdom

Location

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  • Rees CJ, Rajasekhar PT, Wilson A, Close H, Rutter MD, Saunders BP, East JE, Maier R, Moorghen M, Muhammad U, Hancock H, Jayaprakash A, MacDonald C, Ramadas A, Dhar A, Mason JM. Narrow band imaging optical diagnosis of small colorectal polyps in routine clinical practice: the Detect Inspect Characterise Resect and Discard 2 (DISCARD 2) study. Gut. 2017 May;66(5):887-895. doi: 10.1136/gutjnl-2015-310584. Epub 2016 Apr 19.

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Colonic Polyps

Interventions

Narrow Band Imaging

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Intestinal PolypsPolypsPathological Conditions, AnatomicalPathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Optical ImagingDiagnostic ImagingDiagnostic Techniques and ProceduresDiagnosisInvestigative Techniques

Central Study Contacts

Colin J Rees, MBBS, FRCP

CONTACT

Praveen T Rajasekhar, MBChB BMedSci MRCP

CONTACT

Study Design

Study Type
observational
Observational Model
COHORT
Time Perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

May 17, 2012

First Posted

May 23, 2012

Study Start

June 1, 2012

Primary Completion

June 1, 2013

Study Completion

December 1, 2013

Last Updated

May 23, 2012

Record last verified: 2012-05

Locations