Effect of gut microbiome on minor complications after a colonoscopy

Background/Aims: Minor complications that might occur after colonoscopy, including abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation, could a barrier for patients to undergo a screening colonoscopy. In this study, we aimed to identify the effect of gut microbial diversity and composition on minor complications after colonoscopy.Methods: A total of 24 healthy subjects provided their stools before bowel preparation and on the 7th and 28th...