Effect of Counseling and Education on Mechanical Bowel Preparation

"a multifaceted intervention was designed to improve mechanical bowel preparation (MBP) in patients undergoing colonoscopy. It included:~Structured face-to-face counseling on the importance of bowel prep, potential complications of poor prep, and how to follow instructions.~A 6-minute instructional video explaining step-by-step dietary and medication instructions.~A printed booklet with visual aids summarizing key steps.~A mobile phone app delivering interactive reminders, tracking tools, and preparation guidance.~All participants used the same polyethylene glycol-based bowel cleansing agent."

Participants in this arm received a standard hospital-issued bowel preparation instruction leaflet. The document provided written instructions on dietary modifications, timing and dosage of the bowel cleansing agent, and day-of-procedure guidance. No personalized counseling, video support, or reminder tools were provided. This reflects the routine care practice at the study hospitals.