Functional Outcomes in Ulcerative Colitis Patients With Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis Treated With High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Stimulation: A Prospective Pilot Study
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Summary
The purpose of this research is to evaluate functional outcomes in patients with Ulcerative Colitis and IBDU who have received an ileal pouch anal anastomosis (IPAA), commonly referred to as a J pouch, after treatment with the Emsella chair. We will specifically look at fecal incontinence and patient health related quality of life outcomes before, during and after course of treatment.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals 18 years old or older are included. * Patients who have a J pouch reconstruction due to Ulcerative Colitis or IBDU * Must be at least 1 year out from J pouch surgery * Have fecal incontinence Exclusion Criteria: * Any records flagged "break the glass" or "research opt out." * Pediatric Patients \<18 years of age * Did not receive a J pouch * Patients who received a J pouch for any other indication, including but not limited to Crohn's disease, familial adenosis polyposis * Have active pouchitis * Have an active fistula * If reclassified to de novo Crohn's a…
Interventions
- DeviceHigh Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Stimulation
Patients will sit on the device, the high intensity for 28 minutes, twice a week for three weeks
Location
- Cedars Sinai Medical CenterLos Angeles, California