Effects of Gum Chewing on Recovery of Bowel Function Following Abdominal Surgery for Endometrial and Ovarian Cancer
Phase 2
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- Conditions
- Paralytic Ileus
- Registration Number
- NCT01389986
- Lead Sponsor
- Chiang Mai University
- Brief Summary
Following extensive abdominal surgery for the treatment of endometrial or ovarian cancer, paralytic ileus frequently develops. Gum chewing can promotes the return of bowel function through the cephalic-vagal reflex and increased intestinal enzymes secretion.
The objectives of this study are to evaluate effects of adding gum chewing to the conventional postoperative feeding protocol on the return of bowel function, its related complications, and patients' satisfaction.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- WITHDRAWN
- Sex
- Female
- Target Recruitment
- Not specified
Inclusion Criteria
- Patients undergoing staging or cytoreductive surgery for primary endometrial or ovarian cancer at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai hospital
Exclusion Criteria
- Perioperative hyperalimentation
- Recent chemotherapy (within 3 weeks before surgery)
- Previous bowel surgery
- Inflammatory bowel diseases
- Previous abdominal or pelvic radiation
- Need for immediate postoperative endotracheal intubation
- Need for postoperative admission to intensive care unit
- Undergoing emergency surgery with oral intake of fluid or food within 4 hours before surgery
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Time to first flatus Up to 7 days after surgery
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Incidence and severity of postoperative nausea, vomiting,and abdominal discomfort Up to 7 days after surgery Time to first regular diet Up to 7 days after surgery Time to first defecation Up to 7 days after surgery Incidence of postoperative complications Up to 7 days after surgery Postoperative analgesics requirement Up to 7 days after surgery Hospital stay On the day of hospital discharge, an expected average of 7 days Patients' satisfaction Up to 7 days after surgery
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University
🇹🇭Chiang Mai, Thailand
Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University🇹🇭Chiang Mai, Thailand