Status:
RECRUITING
Effect of Lollipop on Postoperative Gastrointestinal Recovery in Children
Lead Sponsor:
The University of Hong Kong
Collaborating Sponsors:
KK Women's and Children's Hospital
Conditions:
Ileus Postoperative
Eligibility:
All Genders
Up to 18 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Postoperative ileus is common in children. There are various method to prevent postoperative ileus. In this study, the investigators will explore the role of sucking lollipop after operation on the re...
Detailed Description
Postoperative ileus is a common occurrence among children undergoing major operations, including gastrointestinal and spinal surgeries. It can result in physical discomfort, extended hospital stays, d...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Patients receiving major abdominal surgery (e.g.appendicectomy, choledochal cyst surgery, bowel resection etc)
Exclusion
- Patients with neurological conditions that preclude sucking/swallowing.
- Patients under sedation and/or mechanical ventilation and/or ionotropic support in the post operative period.
- Patients with known food allergy or allergy to food coloring agents
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
December 1 2023
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
June 1 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
50 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06108011
Start Date
December 1 2023
End Date
June 1 2025
Last Update
December 11 2024
Active Locations (1)
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Department of Surgery, University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 0000