Simple water rinse eases Post-Surgery thirst, study finds
NCT ID NCT07236749
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times
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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Sivas Cumhuriyet University
Sivas, Turkey (Türkiye)
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