Acupuncture for bowel recovery after colon cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
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.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You have stage I, II, or III colorectal cancer
- You are scheduled for planned laparoscopic colorectal surgery
- You are healthy enough for surgery (ASA class I-III)
- You are willing to receive acupuncture treatment
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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