RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT02304913

Hypoglossal Acupuncture for Dysgeusia in Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy

Hypoglossal Acupuncture for Dysgeusia in Gynecologic Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

Universität Duisburg-Essen

Enrollment

75 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2015

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Chemotherapy Cancer Acupuncture Dysgeusia Taste Disorders

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate hypoglossal acupuncture in comparison to sham acupuncture and standard medical treatment (dietary recommendations) in the treatment of dysgeusia in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Dietary recommendations, Hypoglossal acupuncture, and others for people with acupuncture, cancer, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 3 locations. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

Interested in this trial?

Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.