Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (NCT05936918) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
120 participantsStarted 2023-07-02
Plain-language summary
To explore the application of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation combined with transverse abdominis plane block in Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, in order to reduce postoperative pain and promote postoperative recovery.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) class I and II
* Age 18-65 years
* Laparoscopic cholecystectomy for the first time
* There is no rupture, infection in the acupoint pasting site
* The patient knows and signs the informed consent form
Exclusion Criteria:
* People with visual impairment, hearing impairment and alcoholism
* History of diabetes, myocardial infarction or cerebrovascular accident, liver and kidney dysfunction
* Those who are allergic to non-steroidal drugs, anticholinergic drugs, and anesthetic drugs
* Those who are unable to cooperate or refuse to participate in the research or request to withdraw during the research process
* Those with contraindications to percutaneous electrical stimulation, including local skin damage, infection or implantation of electrophysiological devices in the body
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.