Ear acupuncture after belly surgery to help recovery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial looks at whether ear acupuncture can help people recover after major abdominal surgeries like Whipple, pancreatectomy, or subtotal gastrectomy. It may help reduce digestive problems by tracking a substance called AAT (alpha-1 antitrypsin).
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 70 years old.
- You are scheduled for or have had Whipple surgery, pancreatectomy, or subtotal gastrectomy.
- You can understand the study and agree to follow the plan.
- You do not have serious complications after surgery (like heart attack, blood clots, or infection).
- Both of your ears must be healthy (no damage, redness, bleeding, or infection) so ear acupuncture can be given.
- You do not have blockages or adhesions in your digestive tract shown on imaging.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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