The FOCUSED study: FMT in OCD patients

Participation Requirements

• Sex:

  Male, Female, Intersex

• Eligible Ages:

  18 to 65

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:
1- Male and female participants aged 18-65 years.
2- Have a confirmed diagnosis of OCD.
3- Be on a stable medication treatment for OCD and experiencing symptoms for at least 12 weeks.
4- Must score 16 points or higher on the OCD diagnostic survey.
5- Able to communicate and fill questionnaires in English.
6- Able to come to the Foothills campus for each of the study visits.
Exclusion Criteria:
1- Recent (last 3 months) substance use disorder, excluding cannabis.
2- Moderate or severe cannabis use in the last 3 months.
3- Active eating disorders.
4- Schizophrenia or similar mental health conditions.
5- High risk of suicide (moderate risk may be considered).
6- Participants with chronic gastrointestinal issues.
7- Past gut problems or surgeries that could block the intestines.
8- Conditions that weaken the immune system.
9- Participants using regular anti-inflammatory drugs, iron supplements or pre- and pro-biotics in the last 3 months.
10- Trouble swallowing or less than two bowel movements per week.
11- Pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding females