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Compares treatment options for Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis in Children
Official title Early vs Conventional Enteral Nutrition After Uncomplicated Paediatric Open Appendectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07016919
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial is conducted to see if after surgery of appendix(open appendectomy) in children giving oral nutrition within 6hours of surgery instead of older method of starting oral nutrition after 24hours of surgery improves the outcome or not which is the length of hospital stay(from the day of surgery until discharge) and to look for complications associated with oral nutrition (nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, diarrhea) as well as return of bowel activity after surgery that is passage of flatus(gas) and stool.Participants after taking informed consent are enrolled in two groups,group A in which oral nutrition is started in 6hours and group B in which oral nutrition is started after 24hours of surgery and then see for the outcome during hospital stay until 1week after discharge on follow up.
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Who can take part
Ages 6 to 14
You may be able to join if
- Age 6-14years
- Both male\& female
- Uncomplicated appendicitis(no perforation/gangrene)
- patients who underwent open appendectomy
- ASA grade 1 only
You likely can't join if
- Any underlying comorbidities or organ dysfunction for example renal,GI, respiratory, congenital heart disease
- severe protein caloric malnourishment or obesity BMI\>25
- any past surgical history related to gut
- any associated malignancy
- prolonged surgery(anesthesia time\>3hours)
- complicated appendicitis (gangrene, perforation,intra-abdominal abscess)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 6-14years
- Both male\& female
- Uncomplicated appendicitis(no perforation/gangrene)
- patients who underwent open appendectomy
- ASA grade 1 only
- willing to participate and follow up
- Any underlying comorbidities or organ dysfunction for example renal,GI, respiratory, congenital heart disease
- severe protein caloric malnourishment or obesity BMI\>25
- any past surgical history related to gut
- any associated malignancy
- prolonged surgery(anesthesia time\>3hours)
- complicated appendicitis (gangrene, perforation,intra-abdominal abscess)
- post-op shock
- ongoing infection
- GI dysfunction such as gastroesophageal reflux disease/obstruction.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 6 years to 14 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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