Simple water rinse eases Post-Surgery thirst, study finds

NCT ID NCT07236749

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

Summary

This study looked at whether rinsing the mouth with water after abdominal surgery helps reduce thirst discomfort and improve comfort and bowel movements. 98 adults who had elective abdominal surgery took part. Half rinsed their mouths with water after surgery, while the other half did not. The results showed that oral rinsing can help ease thirst and make patients feel more comfortable.

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Locations

  • Sivas Cumhuriyet University

    Sivas, Turkey (Türkiye)