Exploring the effects of ear acupuncture on delayed gastric emptying after abdominal surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the role of auricular acupoint therapy in managing delayed gastric emptying (DGE) following various abdominal surgeries, including Whipple surgery, pancreatectomy, and subtotal gastrectomy. It aims to collect and analyze perioperative data to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture in alleviating symptoms associated with DGE, such as nausea and gastric retention. The study will focus on patients aged 40-70 who have undergone these specific surgical procedures, assessing their health records and treatment outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

\- 1) Age range: 40-70 years old (40 ≤ y ≤ 70), gender is not limited. 2) Accept abdominal surgeries including Whipple's surgery, pancreatectomy, and subtotal gastrectomy.

3\) The subjects/guardians are able to understand the purpose of the trial, demonstrate sufficient compliance with the trial protocol, and sign an informed consent form (ICF)

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1\) Severe postoperative complications such as heart disease, pulmonary embolism, cerebral infarction, abdominal infection, and abdominal bleeding; 2) Patients with organic changes such as adhesions and obstructions indicated by imaging examinations such as gastrointestinal imaging; 3) The patient has damage, redness, bleeding, infection, and other conditions in both ears that are not suitable for ear acupuncture treatment.

Inclusion and exclusion criteria for the health group

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age range: 40-70 years old (40 ≤ y ≤ 70), gender is not limited.
2. No history of abdominal surgery or tumor, and no significant abnormalities were found through abdominal imaging examination.
3. The subjects/guardians are able to understand the purpose of the trial, demonstrate sufficient compliance with the trial protocol, and sign an informed consent form (ICF).

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Symptoms of digestive discomfort such as diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting have been present for the past 30 days.
2. The patient has conditions such as damage, redness, bleeding, and infection in both ears that affect the assessment of ear acupoint information.

Where it's running

• Peking union medical college hospital
  Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: weibin Wang — Peking Union Medical College Hospital (CAMS)
• Study coordinator: qianqian Shao
• Email: mqd2022ky@163.com
• Phone: +8616601203165

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.