Cool vapor may soothe Post-Surgery thirst and nausea

NCT ID NCT07273162

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether inhaling cool steam for 15 minutes can reduce shortness of breath, thirst, and nausea in 66 adults recovering from laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive cold vapor or standard care. Researchers will measure symptoms using simple scales and check vital signs like heart rate and oxygen levels.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
cold vapor inhalation
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple, drug-free method could help patients feel more comfortable after hernia surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 66 people. The results may not apply to other surgeries or patients, and the effect may be small.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Dyspnea Hernia, Inguinal Nausea

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Erciyes University

    Kayseri, Kayseri, 38080, Turkey (Türkiye)