WithdrawnPhase 2/3

Effects of Gum Chewing on Recovery of Bowel Function Following Abdominal Surgery for Endometrial and Ovarian Cancer

Thailand0Started 2011-07

Plain-language summary

Following extensive abdominal surgery for the treatment of endometrial or ovarian cancer, paralytic ileus frequently develops. Gum chewing can promotes the return of bowel function through the cephalic-vagal reflex and increased intestinal enzymes secretion. The objectives of this study are to evaluate effects of adding gum chewing to the conventional postoperative feeding protocol on the return of bowel function, its related complications, and patients' satisfaction.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 80 Years

SexFEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing staging or cytoreductive surgery for primary endometrial or ovarian cancer at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai hospital Exclusion Criteria: * Perioperative hyperalimentation * Recent chemotherapy (within 3 weeks before surgery) * Previous bowel surgery * Inflammatory bowel diseases * Previous abdominal or pelvic radiation * Need for immediate postoperative endotracheal intubation * Need for postoperative admission to intensive care unit * Undergoing emergency surgery with oral intake of fluid or food within 4 hours before surgery

What they're measuring

Time to first flatus

Timeframe: Up to 7 days after surgery

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01389986

SponsorChiang Mai University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2013-09

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