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NCT07071987 Effect of Thread Embedding Acupuncture on Postoperative Ileus Recovery After Colorectal Cancer Surgery: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial

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NCT ID NCT07071987
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital
Condition Colorectal Cancer
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 300 participants
Start Date 2025-08-01
Primary Completion 2027-07-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 80 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Thread Embedding Acupuncture+ElectroacupunctureElectroacupuncture

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 300 participants in total. It began in 2025-08-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-07-31.

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Brief Summary

This multicenter, randomized, controlled trial aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of thread embedding acupuncture (TEA) in promoting gastrointestinal recovery after laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. The primary outcome is the time to first flatus. Secondary outcomes include time to first defecation, tolerance to oral intake, length of hospital stay, and patient-reported quality of life.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: Age 18-80 years Diagnosed with stage I-III colorectal cancer Scheduled for elective laparoscopic colorectal resection ASA Physical Status I-III Ability to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: History of prior major abdominal surgery Emergency or palliative surgery Combined organ resection or open conversion Severe postoperative complications (e.g., anastomotic leak, GI bleeding) Severe cardiac, hepatic, renal, or psychiatric comorbidities Refusal to undergo acupuncture

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Daorong Wang, Doctor

✉ wdaorong666@sina.com

📞 8618051062590

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07071987 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 80 Years, studying Colorectal Cancer. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07071987 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07071987 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at wdaorong666@sina.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07071987 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Yangzhou, China.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07071987 clinical trial?

NCT07071987 is sponsored by Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital. The trial plans to enroll 300 participants.

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