ABDOMINAL SURGERY
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Gentle belly rub before surgery may keep you regular
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether teaching patients a gentle belly massage (called effleurage) before abdominal surgery can prevent constipation after the operation. 42 adults scheduled for abdominal surgery will be randomly assigned to learn the massage or receive standard care only. Con…
Matched conditions: ABDOMINAL SURGERY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ege University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:35 UTC
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New shot may cut opioid use after belly surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of nerve block (External Oblique Intercostal Plane Block) to see if it reduces pain and the need for strong painkillers after major upper abdominal surgery. About 78 adults having laparoscopic surgery on their stomach, liver, gallbladder, or pancreas w…
Matched conditions: ABDOMINAL SURGERY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jun Zhang • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:48 UTC
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Stitch showdown: which suture prevents hernia best?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common stitch materials (Polyglactin and Polypropylene) used to close the abdominal wall after surgery. The goal is to see which one leads to fewer hernias, infections, and less long-term pain. About 156 adults in Pakistan having belly surgery will take pa…
Matched conditions: ABDOMINAL SURGERY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lady Reading Hospital, Pakistan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Awake during surgery? new study tests safer anesthesia for frail patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether keeping frail patients awake with spinal anesthesia (instead of putting them fully asleep) is a safe and practical option for major laparoscopic belly surgery. Researchers will enroll 100 patients over 60 who are frail or have mild memory problems. The…
Matched conditions: ABDOMINAL SURGERY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ente Ospedaliero Ospedali Galliera • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:04 UTC