Colonic Irrigation for Colonoscopy Preparation

Measuring the Effectiveness and Utility of Colonic Irrigation for Bowel Preparation in Patients Undergoing Screening or Surveillance Colonoscopy

The purpose of this physician blinded, randomized study is to determine the utility, effectiveness, and feasibility of using colonic irrigation as a substitute for standard oral colonic purgative solutions for colonoscopy preparation. Patients will be randomized to receive either oral isosmotic solution (PEG) or colonic irrigation using the Hydro San Plus Colon therapy system, an FDA approved and isosmotic (ISO) certified device for colonic irrigation and cleansing before endoscopic procedures.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Consecutive adult patients (>18 years old) who require screening or surveillance colonoscopy
• Ability to give consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to obtain informed consent
• Pregnant patients
• Patients under the age of 18
• Active ulcerative colitis or crohn's disease flare
• Prisoners