RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06108011

Effect of Lollipop on Postoperative Gastrointestinal Recovery in Children

Effect of Lollipop on Postoperative Gastrointestinal Recovery in Children: A Randomised Controlled Trial


Sponsor

The University of Hong Kong

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

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 recovery of gastrointestinal function in children.


Eligibility

Max Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria1

  • Patients receiving major abdominal surgery (e.g.appendicectomy, choledochal cyst surgery, bowel resection etc)

Exclusion Criteria3

  • 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

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Interventions

OTHERLollipop

sucking of lollipop after operation


Locations(1)

Department of Surgery, University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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