Possible risks and how we minimise them
1. Very common risk: Developing gastroenteritis
How is it minimised?
- Participants are treated with antibiotics to shorten duration.
- Monitored for dehydration and given fluids to rehydrate
2. Uncommon risk: Invasive Salmonella infection
How is it minimised?
- High risk people are excluded from the study.
- Daily blood samples test for bacteria in the blood.
- Immediate treatment to prevent severe symptoms.
3. Common risk: Antibiotic side effects
How is it minimised?
- People with known allergies are excluded.
- Treatment is as short as possible.
- We monitor for and treat any side effects.
- We can use alternative antibiotics if side effects occur.
4. Common risk: Post infectious irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
How is it minimised?
- Screening questionnaire for symptoms of IBS.
- If symptoms don’t resolve, referral to a specialist.
5. Uncommon risk: Reactive arthritis (joint pain/swelling)
How is it minimised?
- A screening blood test for HLA-B27
- If symptoms occur, referral to a specialist.
6. Uncommon risk: Transmission or shedding
How is it minimised?
- Quarantine until no longer infectious.
- Participants given information and soap/disposable towels for good handwashing.
- Testing at follow up visits.
- Close contacts can be tested for Salmonella.