Abnormal Blood Sugar Tests in Diabetic Patients During Colonoscopy Preparation
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2019-12-31
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Type 2 diabetes is rapidly increasing globally and has been associated with an increased risk
of colorectal cancer. Therefore, the numbers of diabetic patients who will undergo
colonoscopic screening are expected to grow exponentially. Colonoscopic preparation entails
prolonged fasting, cessation of anti-diabetic medication and ingestion of preparation
medications. This may put the diabetic patient at risk of potentially dangerous hypo- or
hyperglycemia. However, studies regarding the safety of colonoscopic preparation in diabetic
are lacking. In this study, the investigators aim to discover the prevalence of abnormal
glucose levels in diabetic patients who undergo colonoscopy. The investigators also aim to
find out risk factors for abnormal glucose levels and develop a safe preparation protocol.