Cold vs warm tube feeding and stomach emptying in ICU
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares giving liquid food at room temperature (cold) versus body temperature (warm) through a feeding tube to see which helps the stomach empty better in ICU patients. It may help find a way to improve comfort and nutrition for people who need tube feeding.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are expected to stay in the ICU for at least 4 days
- You receive liquid food through a tube from your nose to your stomach
- You do not have a bowel blockage or active stomach bleeding
- You are not on high doses of strong pain medicines that slow digestion
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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