Constipation after elective laparoscopy for benign gyneacological indications – a prospective observational study

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: constipation; laparoscopy; pain; Renal and Urogenital - Other renal and urogenital disorders; Oral and Gastrointestinal - Other diseases of the mouth, teeth, oesophagus, digestive system including liver and colon

• Registration Number: ACTRN12619001203145
• Lead Sponsor: The Royal Women's Hospital

Brief Summary

Our study demonstrated that people who undergo laparoscopy for gynecological problems have rates of constipation of 70%. This constipation was bothersome to the patient. We did not find any reason why some people would be higher risk of constipation than others.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2019-08-28
• Study Completion: 2021-06-30
• Last Update Posted: 6 February 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: Female
• Target Recruitment: 154

Inclusion Criteria

Planned laparoscopic surgery for benign gyneacological indications

Exclusion Criteria

Non consent
Non English speaking
Known chronic bowel conditions (such as inflammatory bowel disorders, bowel malignancy – active or previously treated, diverticular disease) with exception of IBS
Planned bowel shaving or bowel resection
Intra-operative bowel injury
Bowel preparation prior to surgery
Planned hysterectomy
Conversion to laparotomy

Study & Design

• Study Type: Observational
• Study Design: Not specified