Paralytic ileus

This study tested whether giving prucalopride, a drug used for constipation, before surgery could reduce inflammation and help people recover faster after pancreatic surgery. The idea is that prucalopride might mimic nerve stimulation that calms the immune system. The trial invol…

This study tested whether tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, can lower the chance of infection after gastrointestinal surgery. Over 3,300 adults at higher risk for complications took part. The goal was to see if the drug reduces surgical site infections compared to a …

This trial investigates whether drinking coffee after pancreatic surgery can help the bowel start working again sooner. About 200 adults who had open pancreatic surgery will receive either regular coffee, decaf coffee, or water twice a day. The main goal is to see how quickly the…

This study tested whether naloxegol, a drug used for constipation caused by painkillers, can help people who had heart surgery recover normal bowel function faster. About 305 adults participated. The goal was to see if taking naloxegol around the time of surgery reduces the time …

This study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…

This study looked at whether chewing gum after colorectal surgery can help reduce nausea, vomiting, and get the bowels working again sooner. 84 adults who had laparoscopic colorectal surgery took part. The idea is that chewing tricks the body into thinking it's eating, which may …

This study looked at whether drinking coffee after abdominal surgery can help the bowels start working again sooner. About 174 adults who had surgery were given either regular coffee, decaf coffee, or warm water three times a day. The main goal was to see if a larger study is pos…

This study tested whether abdominal acupuncture can help women recover normal bowel function faster after gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. 80 women who had a hysterectomy participated. Researchers measured how quickly they passed gas and had their first bowel movement after surg…

This study tested whether chewing gum after abdominal surgery can help the bowels start working again sooner. 128 adults who had bowel surgery and developed a slow gut (postoperative ileus) were asked to chew gum. The goal was to see if the chewing action, which stimulates a key …

This study tested a step-by-step treatment plan called I-MAP for patients who develop a temporary bowel blockage (postoperative ileus) within 30 days after abdominal surgery. The goal was to see if the plan could be used consistently and safely. 60 adults were monitored and treat…