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New treatment option for Gastroparesis Postoperative
Official title Acupuncture for Postoperative Gastric Emptying Delay
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07505927
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This multicenter clinical trial, conducted at Qilu Hospital of Shandong University and collaborating institutions, prospectively assesses the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for postoperative delayed gastric emptying. Eligible participants will be prospectively enrolled and randomized into different groups per the study protocol.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18-80 years, regardless of sex.
- Patients who have undergone partial gastrectomy.
- Patients presenting with postoperative gastroparesis symptoms, confirmed by imaging or gastric emptying scintigraphy, and clinically diagnosed with...
- No severe cardiac, hepatic, renal, or coagulation dysfunction.
- No participation in other treatment clinical trials within the past month.
You likely can't join if
- Patients with severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, hepatic or renal failure, or coagulation disorders.
- Patients who develop serious postoperative complications after partial gastrectomy, such as anastomotic leakage, gastrointestinal bleeding, or severe...
- Patients with a known allergy to acupuncture or with skin damage, infection, or severe scarring at the needle insertion sites that would prevent...
- Patients with diagnosed psychiatric disorders, cognitive impairment, or those unable to cooperate with treatment procedures, symptom assessment, or...
- Patients who have used medications that may significantly affect gastric motility within the past week and cannot discontinue their use.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or individuals with other special physiological conditions that may make them unsuitable for participation in...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 18-80 years, regardless of sex.
- Patients who have undergone partial gastrectomy.
- Patients presenting with postoperative gastroparesis symptoms, confirmed by imaging or gastric emptying scintigraphy, and clinically diagnosed with gastroparesis.
- No severe cardiac, hepatic, renal, or coagulation dysfunction.
- No participation in other treatment clinical trials within the past month.
- Able to provide written informed consent and comply with the treatment and follow-up procedures.
- Patients with severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, hepatic or renal failure, or coagulation disorders.
- Patients who develop serious postoperative complications after partial gastrectomy, such as anastomotic leakage, gastrointestinal bleeding, or severe infections, or conditions that may affect the assessment of gastric...
- Patients with a known allergy to acupuncture or with skin damage, infection, or severe scarring at the needle insertion sites that would prevent proper acupoint selection or needling.
- Patients with diagnosed psychiatric disorders, cognitive impairment, or those unable to cooperate with treatment procedures, symptom assessment, or follow-up.
- Patients who have used medications that may significantly affect gastric motility within the past week and cannot discontinue their use.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or individuals with other special physiological conditions that may make them unsuitable for participation in acupuncture research.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Jinan, Shandong, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Jinan, Shandong, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.