Effects of early lollipop sucking in preschool children after adenotonsillectomy
A Study on Early Sucking of Lollipops in Preschool Children After Adenotonsillectomy:a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if giving lollipops to preschool kids right after their tonsil surgery can help them feel better and recover faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 6 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Maternal and Child Health Hospital of Hubei Province Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Wuhan, Hubei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06662968 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to investigate the effects of early lollipop sucking on preschool children following adenotonsillectomy. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a lollipop group, which will receive lollipops for sucking after waking up, or a control group that will receive standard postoperative care. The study will assess outcomes such as postoperative agitation, nausea and vomiting, and wound recovery rates to determine if lollipops can improve recovery experiences for children. The findings could provide valuable clinical evidence regarding early postoperative feeding practices.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are preschool children scheduled for adenotonsillectomy who meet specific health criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with psychiatric disorders, upper respiratory infections, or metabolic diseases related to lollipop ingredients may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved postoperative recovery experiences for children undergoing adenotonsillectomy.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific use of lollipops post-surgery is novel, similar studies on early feeding practices in pediatric surgery have shown positive outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * patients who choose to have adenotonsillectomy surgery * the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status ranked I-II * competent to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * psychiatric disorders * upper respiratory tract infection * high risk of reflux aspiration * carbohydrate malabsorption syndrome and other endocrine or genetic metabolic diseases (contraindications of lollipop ingredients)
Where this trial is running
Wuhan, Hubei
- Maternal and Child Health Hospital of Hubei Province — Wuhan, Hubei, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Na Li, MD — Maternal and Child Health Hospital of Hubei Province
- Study coordinator: Na Li, MD
- Email: Email:lina@hbfy.com
- Phone: Telephone:+862763490107
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.