Detect InSpect ChAracterise Resect and Discard 2
DISCARD2
2 other identifiers
observational
2,500
1 country
5
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
Trial Health Score
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participants targeted
Target at P75+ for all trials
Started Jun 2012
5 active sites
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
First Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
May 17, 2012
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
May 23, 2012
CompletedStudy Start
First participant enrolled
June 1, 2012
CompletedPrimary Completion
Last participant's last visit for primary outcome
June 1, 2013
CompletedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
December 1, 2013
CompletedMay 23, 2012
May 1, 2012
1 year
May 17, 2012
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.
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.
Eligibility Criteria
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
North Cumbria University Hospitals NHS Trust
Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7HY, United Kingdom
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust
Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9JJ, United Kingdom
South Tees NHS Trust
Middlesbrough, Teeside, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom
North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
Stockton-on-Tees, Teeside, TS19 8PE, United Kingdom
Related Publications (28)
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PMID: 27196576DERIVED
MeSH Terms
Conditions
Interventions
Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)
Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)
Central Study Contacts
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