UX Sensor Ileostomate Study
Research type
Research Study
Full title
An interdisciplinary approach to improving ostomy management technologies to enhance health and wellness of ileostomates.
IRAS ID
250992
Contact name
Chris Gill
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Ulster University
Clinicaltrials.gov Identifier
FCBMS-18-153-A, School of Biomedical Sciences Ethics Filter Committee; 18/0084, University Research Ethics Committee (sponsor)
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 0 months, 1 days
Research summary
Surgical diversion of the bowel to create an opening in the abdomen (stoma coupled to an external bag) is a common procedure in the treatment of various gastrointestinal conditions, with 130,000 patients in the UK struggling annually with the daily rigours of ostomy care. Failures of the pouch and subsequent leakage of bowel content are common, inevitably impacting upon the wellbeing of the patient, the majority of whom experience significant anxiety when their pouch was full. Consequently, ostomates frequently experience feelings of social isolation, especially when newly diagnosed.
We will test leak sensor technology developed by Ulster in a cohort of ileostomates to collect preliminary sensor operationalisation data and user experience information, to determine whether the sensor functions appropriately when in use with an individual. Ultimately so that a device can be developed that will enable the wearer to replace the pouch avoiding the consequences of leakage and the accompanying distress.
REC name
HSC REC B
REC reference
18/NI/0183
Date of REC Opinion
2 Nov 2018
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion