Acupoint stimulation for sore throat after thyroid surgery
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation on certain acupoints can reduce throat pain after thyroid surgery. If you are having thyroid surgery under general anesthesia, this treatment might help you feel better after the operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for thyroid surgery (open or endoscopic) under general anesthesia.
- You agree to take part in the study and sign a consent form.
- You do not have severe heart or lung disease (ASA score IV or higher) or take long-term corticosteroids.
- You do not have a history of failed intubation or need for emergency tracheotomy during surgery.
- You are not expected to need a second surgery for bleeding or nerve injury after the first operation.
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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