HyGIeaCare Prep vs Split-dose PEG Prep Prior to Colonoscopy

HyGIeaCare Prep vs Split-dose PEG Prep Prior to Colonoscopy

The purpose of this study is to compare the level of cleanliness using the HyGIeaCare Prep vs the standard of care Split-dose PEG prep used prior to colonoscopy.

The level of cleanliness will be recorded using the Boston Bowel Prep Score (BBPS) by an endoscopist who is blind to the randomized preparation.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patient referred to colonoscopy

2. Patient with high probability for poor prep due to one or more of the following:

   1. Chronic constipation (Rome III functional constipation criteria)
   2. Gastroparesis
   3. Immobilization
   4. Diabetes
   5. History of poor prep

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patient has any condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, may adversely affect the compliance or safety of the patient or would limit the patient's ability to complete the study.

2. Patient is currently taking narcotics.

3. Patient has any of the contraindications listed below:

   1. Cardiac: Congestive heart failure (NYHA class III or IV or EF < 50%)
   2. GI: Intestinal perforation, carcinoma of the rectum, fissures or fistula, severe hemorrhoids, abdominal hernia, recent colon or rectal surgery, or abdominal surgery
   3. GU: Renal insufficiency (CC < 60 ml/min/173m2), cirrhosis with ascites
   4. Abdominal surgery within the last 6 months
   5. Pregnancy