Drug may help gut wake up faster after surgery
NCT ID NCT02425774
First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested whether giving prucalopride before surgery can reduce inflammation and help the gut recover faster after pancreatic tumor removal. Thirty-one adults took part. The goal was to see if the drug could mimic nerve stimulation to calm inflammation and speed up return of bowel function.
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University hospitals Leuven
Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, 3000, Belgium
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