Gum and cold water: surprising relief for bronchoscopy throat pain?

NCT ID NCT07517926

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two simple, low-cost methods—chewing sugar-free gum or gargling cold water—before a bronchoscopy to see if they reduce sore throat and swallowing difficulty afterward. About 100 adults scheduled for diagnostic bronchoscopy will be randomly assigned to one of these interventions or standard care. Researchers will measure pain and satisfaction levels to determine if these easy steps improve patient comfort.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: chewing gum and cold water gargle
What this could lead to: If effective, these simple, low-cost methods could become standard practice to ease throat discomfort after bronchoscopy.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 100 participants. The interventions may not significantly reduce symptoms compared to standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders Patient Satisfaction pharyngitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BRONCHOSCOPY DYSPHAGIA PATIENT SATISFACTION SORE THROAT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Gulhane Training and Research Hospital
RECRUITING

Ankara, 06010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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