Water vs. gas: which eases pain after esophageal surgery?
NCT ID NCT06918730
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested if using water instead of carbon dioxide gas during a throat muscle procedure (POEM) could lower pain afterward. 34 adults with swallowing problems took part. The goal was to see which method led to less pain, fewer pain meds, and fewer hospital readmissions.
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AdventHealth Orlando
Orlando, Florida, 32804, United States
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