Chewing gum may speed gut recovery after abdominal surgery
NCT ID NCT07425249
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether chewing gum after gastrointestinal surgery can help the bowels start working again sooner. About 96 adults having open abdominal surgery will either chew gum or not, and researchers will measure how quickly they pass gas and have their first bowel movement. The goal is to find a simple, low-cost way to reduce discomfort and shorten hospital stays.
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Locations
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Khyber Teaching Hospital
RECRUITINGPeshawar, KPK, 25000, Pakistan
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