Impact of Chewing Gum on Postoperative Gut Motility in Gastrointestinal Surgery Patients (NCT07425249) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Impact of Chewing Gum on Postoperative Gut Motility in Gastrointestinal Surgery Patients
Pakistan96 participantsStarted 2026-01-01
Plain-language summary
Postoperative ileus (POI) is a frequent complication after abdominal surgery, leading to delayed gastrointestinal motility, prolonged hospital stay, and increased patient discomfort. Chewing gum, as a form of sham feeding, has been proposed to stimulate gut motility through vagal stimulation and increased gastrointestinal secretions. This randomized controlled trial aims to assess the effect of chewing gum on early recovery of gastrointestinal motility in patients undergoing open gastrointestinal surgery.
Who can participate
Age range
17 Years – 85 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 17 and 85 years.
* Patients of either gender.
* Undergoing open gastrointestinal surgical procedures (elective or emergency).
* Willing to participate and able to provide informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with metabolic or endocrine disorders (diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, or hyperthyroidism).
* Patients with renal disease or electrolyte imbalance.
* Patients with chronic constipation or neuromuscular disorders.
* Patients with substance abuse or drug addiction.
* Patients receiving medications affecting gut motility (calcium channel blockers or antiepileptic drugs).
* Patients with dental prosthesis or undergoing laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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.