Oral lactulose is superior to polyethylene glycol for colonoscopy bowel preparation

Abstract

Bowel preparation is critical for colonoscopy quality. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is considered the gold standard for bowel preparation, however the need for high volumes impairs patient’s tolerance. Lactulose has emerged as a new alternative for colonoscopy preparation. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy-safety profile of a lactulose-based colonoscopy bowel preparation in comparison to PEG...