Clinical trials
Postoperative Ileus clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative ileus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 19 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05344417Recruiting
Low-pressure gas during colon surgery to reduce post-surgery gut slowdown
This study compares a low-pressure way of filling the abdomen with gas during certain colon surgeries. It aims to see whether this helps the bowel “wake up” faster after surgery (less postoperative ileus).
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05752071Recruiting
Stomach stimulation to help bowel recovery after major surgery
This trial tests a stomach (gastrointestinal) stimulation approach to help your bowels start working again after extensive surgery, which may cause a temporary problem called postoperative ileus. If it helps, it could mean faster recovery and less time with bowel-related complications.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT07014046Recruiting
Simple bed exercises after colorectal surgery
This study tests if doing simple leg and foot exercises while in bed after colorectal surgery can help your bowels start working again sooner and reduce bloating and discomfort.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT05133024RecruitingPhase 2
Beetroot juice to help prevent bowel slowdown after colon surgery
This Phase 2 study tests whether drinking beetroot juice can reduce “postoperative ileus,” when the intestines temporarily don’t move normally after colorectal surgery. If it works, it may help you recover bowel function sooner after an elective laparoscopic colon and upper rectum operation.
EdegemAges 18 years+ - NCT07071987Recruiting
Acupuncture for bowel recovery after colon cancer surgery
This trial tests if thread embedding acupuncture can help your bowels start working again faster after surgery for colorectal cancer. It may reduce discomfort and speed up recovery.
Yangzhou, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT07412223RecruitingPhase 4
Tegileridine for bowel recovery after abdominal surgery
This trial tests a painkiller called Tegileridine to see if it helps your bowels work normally again after abdominal surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07425249Recruiting
Chewing gum after stomach or bowel surgery
This trial tests if chewing gum after open stomach or bowel surgery can help your intestines start moving again sooner. It is for people undergoing open gastrointestinal surgery who do not have certain health conditions or take specific medicines.
Peshawar, KPKAges 17–85 - NCT07651722Recruiting
Pain control and gut recovery after abdominal surgery
This trial tests a combination of two pain-management approaches—a long-acting numbing medicine injected near nerves and a self-administered opioid—to see if they help your gut function better and control pain after bowel or colon surgery.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT05334485RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Pyridostigmine to treat slow bowel recovery after colorectal surgery
This trial tests whether pyridostigmine helps return bowel function faster after colorectal surgery when the gut is “stuck,” causing bloating and no gas or stool. It also checks safety and side effects compared with standard care.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05654649RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Dexamethasone to prevent bowel blockage after C-section
This trial studies whether a medicine called dexamethasone can help prevent bowel “slow-down” (ileus) after a C-section done with spinal anesthesia. If you qualify, you may receive the study medicine to see if it helps you recover your bowel function faster.
AsyutAges 18–40 - NCT06108011Recruiting
Lollipop to help children's stomach recovery after surgery
This trial gives children a lollipop after major abdominal surgery to see if it helps their stomach and intestines work better sooner. Children who can suck and swallow, are not on a breathing machine, and have no food allergies may be able to join.
Hong KongAges Up to 18 years - NCT07440667Recruiting
Fluid amounts during planned C-section and recovery
This trial compares giving less fluid versus more fluid during planned C-section surgery to see which approach leads to better recovery afterward.
Niğde, MerkezAges 18–45 - NCT06018961Recruiting
Study of bowel slowdown after digestive surgery
This study is looking at how common and severe a condition called 'postoperative ileus' (temporary slowdown of the bowel) is after planned digestive tract surgeries. It will help doctors better understand and manage this complication.
ToulouseAges 18 years+ - NCT07705139Recruiting
Listening to bowel sounds after colorectal surgery
This study listens to your bowel sounds after colorectal cancer surgery to see if they can help doctors know when your gut is working again. You will have a small device placed on your belly to record sounds for a few days.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–90 - NCT06974500Recruiting
Bowel stimulation before ileostomy closure surgery
This study tests a stimulation program for the bowel loop before surgery to close an ileostomy. It may help your bowel get ready and improve recovery after the procedure.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT05923086RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing stomach and gut problems after a specific gynecologic surgery
This Phase 2 study tests a plan to reduce stomach and bowel side effects after a gynecologic operation done with a longitudinal laparotomy (a specific type of incision). It uses a peridural catheter (a small tube for numbing medicine) to help prevent gastrointestinal disturbance after surgery.
BonnAges 18–75 - NCT07589465Recruiting
Lactulose to Help Digestion Recover After Appendix Surgery
This study tests whether taking lactulose (a gentle laxative) after appendix removal helps your stomach and intestines work normally again. The trial compares lactulose to a placebo (inactive pill) to see which helps patients recover bowel function faster.
SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06456229Recruiting
Probiotics after colorectal cancer surgery
This trial tests if taking probiotics (healthy bacteria) before and after surgery can help your bowels start working again sooner. It's for people having planned colorectal cancer surgery.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT06815822Recruiting
Preventing hernias after emergency surgery
This study tests a way to prevent hernias after emergency belly surgery. If you are having emergency surgery for certain conditions, you may be able to join.
KielceAges 18–100
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative ileus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 19 recruiting postoperative ileus studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a postoperative ileus trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a postoperative ileus trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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