Bowel preparation is critical for the efficacy and safety of colonoscopy. Poor patient tolerance to bowel preparation has been associated with the high amount of fluid administered. A 2-L polyethylene glycol (PEG) solution containing ascorbic acid has been recently developed.

A randomized controlled trial evaluating a new 2-L PEG solution plus ascorbic acid vs 4-L PEG for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy

Hassan, Cesare;
2012-01-01

Abstract

Bowel preparation is critical for the efficacy and safety of colonoscopy. Poor patient tolerance to bowel preparation has been associated with the high amount of fluid administered. A 2-L polyethylene glycol (PEG) solution containing ascorbic acid has been recently developed.
2012
Aged
Ascorbic Acid
Cathartics
Colonoscopy
Female
Humans
Intention to Treat Analysis
Male
Middle Aged
Patient Compliance
Polyethylene Glycols
Single-Blind Method
Vitamins
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