Laughter as medicine: comedy films ease pain after liver transplant
NCT ID NCT06816628
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether watching clips from classical Turkish comedy films could help liver transplant patients feel less pain and more comfortable after surgery. 120 adult liver transplant recipients took part. The researchers measured pain levels and comfort using standard scales. The goal was to see if a simple, enjoyable activity could improve recovery.
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Bitlis Eren University
Bitlis, 13100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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