Ice or Warm Pack for Drain Removal Comfort
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This study tests whether putting an ice pack or a warm gel pad on your skin before pulling out a surgical drain can lower anxiety and pain, and make you more comfortable. It is designed for people who had open urological surgery and have one drain that needs to be removed.
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Who can take part
- You had open surgery on your urinary system (like kidney, bladder, or prostate).
- You have one surgical drain (a tube to remove fluids from the surgery site).
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are awake and able to understand and follow directions.
- You have not had a surgical drain before.
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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