Gas drainage to reduce shoulder pain after gynecologic laparoscopy
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests a method to drain gas from the abdomen after gynecologic laparoscopic surgery to reduce shoulder pain. If you are a woman having this type of surgery for more than 20 minutes, this may help you feel better afterward.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a woman having gynecologic laparoscopic surgery that lasts longer than 20 minutes.
- You are able and willing to give your permission to join the study.
- You are able to report your pain level after surgery.
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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