Herbal capsules to protect the gut during surgery
Treatments studied
This trial tests whether taking a herbal capsule called Shouhui Tongbian helps protect your intestines during and after surgery. If you are having elective surgery and meet the health criteria, this study might help you have a smoother recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You are having planned (not emergency) surgery and are in generally good health (classified as ASA I–III).
- You do not have serious bowel problems like blockage, perforation, or inflammatory bowel disease.
- You have not taken laxatives, antibiotics, or strong painkillers in the past 2 weeks.
- Your liver and kidney function are normal or only mildly affected.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you are not allergic to the herbal ingredients in these capsules.
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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