CompletedNot Applicable

Effectiveness of Squatting Position on Constipation Severity and Defecation Problems

Turkey (Türkiye)102 participantsStarted 2018-01-01

Plain-language summary

One of the most common nursing care problems after surgery is defecation problems and the risk of constipation. The aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of the squatting position with footstool on the constipation severity and defecation problems in the postoperative period in patients with hernia surgery.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Hernia surgery in the general surgery clinic * Between 18 and 65 years of age * BMI between normal and overweight (18.50-24,99 kg/m2: Normal,25-29,99 kg/m2: Overweight) * Being able to establish verbal communication * Volunteering to participate in the study * Absence of mental confusion * Having full consciousness and orientation * Having no communication difficulties * Having a constipation risk between moderate to high * Using a water closet type toilet at home Exclusion Criteria: * Having a low risk of constipation * Patient who declined to participate in the study

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?

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What they're measuring

Change from before surgery in The Constipation Severity Scale (CSS) average score

Timeframe: Data were collected before surgery, post-op 1st day, post-op 2nd day and on the 7th day after discharge. All of the patients were discharged on the 2nd postoperative day.

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05287789

SponsorMeltem Kaya

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2018-05-31

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