A Pilot Study: Micro and NanoPlastics in Association With Crohn's Disease
ConditionCrohn's Disease (CD)
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age18-80
SponsorMak Wing Yan
Micro and nanoplastics (MNPs) are environmental contaminants found in food and water. Recent evidence suggests these particles may be linked to intestinal inflammation and changes in gut bacteria, which are key features of Crohn's Disease (CD). This study aims to investigate if patients with Crohn's Disease have a reduced ability to clear these plastic particles and how this affects their immune system and intestinal health.
Age 18-80 years
Confirmed diagnosis of Crohn's disease (for cases)
Ability to provide informed consent.
Age 18-80 years old
Antibiotic/probiotic use within 4 weeks
History of gastrointestinal malignancy
Presence of stoma
Currently Pregnant
Mak Wing Yan
Lead sponsor
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Sponsor institution