NCT06888154 Hot Compress Application in Open Abdominal Surgery
| NCT ID | NCT06888154 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | TC Erciyes University |
| Condition | Abdominal Surgery by Laparotomy |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 80 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-05-15 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-02-15 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 80 participants in total. It began in 2025-05-15 with a primary completion date of 2026-02-15.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to evaluate the effect of hot compress application to the intestines during abdominal surgery on postoperative nausea-vomiting and bowel function. Volunteers will be randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups. Initially, 30 patients will be included in each group, and the study will be completed based on the effect size determined by power analysis. Hypotheses: H0: Covering the intestines with saline heated at 36°C during surgery has no effect on postoperative nausea and vomiting. H1: Covering the intestines with saline heated at 36°C during surgery affects postoperative nausea and vomiting. H01: Covering the intestines with saline heated at 36°C during surgery has no effect on postoperative bowel function. H11: Covering the intestines with saline heated at 36°C during surgery affects postoperative bowel function. Inclusion Criteria: Undergoing abdominal surgery in the general surgery ward, Aged 18 years or older, Having a BMI between 18.50-24.99 kg/m², Able to communicate verbally, Willing to participate in the study, Conscious and oriented patients. Exclusion Criteria: History of previous gastrointestinal surgery, Postoperative complications, History of small bowel resection, ileostomy, or colostomy, History of emergency surgery, neoadjuvant therapy, appendectomy, or inflammatory bowel disease, Chronic opioid use, Chronic constipation (≤ 2 bowel movements per week), History of abdominal radiotherapy, Admission to the intensive care unit or postoperative bleeding. Application: Intervention Group: Routine preoperative procedures will be performed. During surgery, the intestines will be covered with sterile gauze soaked in saline heated at 36°C to prevent drying and reduce the risk of infection. Routine postoperative procedures will also be applied. Control Group: Routine preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures will be applied. During surgery, the intestines will be covered with sterile gauze soaked in unheated saline, following standard practice. Outcome Measures: Primary Outcome: Gastrointestinal function assessment index, including time to first flatulence, first defecation, first normal bowel sounds, and first consumption of liquid/semi-solid food. Secondary Outcome: Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal bloating, pain, and vomiting.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Abdominal surgery in the general surgery ward * 18 years of age or older * Patients with BMI in the normal range (18.50-24.99 kg/m2) * Able to communicate verbally * Those who volunteered to participate in the study * Patients with no mental confusion, conscious and oriented will be included. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous gastrointestinal system surgery * Complications in the postoperative period * History of small bowel resection and ileostomy or colostomy * Surgical history of inflammatory bowel diseases, emergency surgery, neoadjuvant therapy, appendectomy, * Chronic opioid use, * Experiencing chronic constipation (≤ 2 bowel movements per week), * Abdominal radiotherapy * Patients admitted to intensive care unit and patients with bleeding will not be included in the study.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06888154 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Abdominal Surgery by Laparotomy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06888154 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06888154 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at dilektalhaoglu@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06888154 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06888154 clinical trial?
NCT06888154 is sponsored by TC Erciyes University. The trial plans to enroll 80 participants.