Colon Preparation with the Home Golytely for Colonoscopy

Abstract

The clinical efficacy and patient acceptability of taking the home Golytely for colonoscopy were evaluated in 78 patients. The patients received 2,000ml of Golytely together with two tablets of sennoside at home.
This preparation resulted in a feces free colon allowing colonoscopy in 95% of patients. Mild toxicities of Golytely were observed in 28% of patients. Golytely produced anal irritation or defecation in a small number of patients on the way to the hospital. The patient acceptance and compliance were good in 73% of patients who had experienced the dietary restriction method for colon-preparation.
We conclude that the means of taking the home Golytely is a useful and safety for colon preparation of colonoscopy.