The Effects of Gum Chewing on Bowel Function Recovery Following Cesarean Section (NCT01131416) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedPhase 2/3
The Effects of Gum Chewing on Bowel Function Recovery Following Cesarean Section
Thailand100 participantsStarted 2010-05
Plain-language summary
Following all abdominal surgery, paralytic ileus commonly develops. Surgeons have traditionally withheld postoperative oral intake until the return of bowel function to prevent related complications. Gum chewing can stimulates bowel movement and promotes the return of bowel function through the cephalic-vagal reflex and increased intestinal enzymes secretion.
The objectives of this study are to examine effects of adding gum chewing to the conventional postoperative feeding regimen on the return of bowel function, its related complications, and patients' satisfaction.
Who can participate
Age range
15 Years – 50 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Pregnant women undergoing cesarean delivery
Exclusion Criteria:
* Perioperative hyperalimentation
* Recent chemotherapy
* Concurrent bowel surgery
* Previous bowel surgery
* Concurrent bowel obstruction
* History of inflammatory bowel diseases
* Previous abdominal/pelvic radiation
* Postoperative placement of endotracheal tube/nasogastric tube
* Postoperative admission to intensive care unit
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.