Watching food TV during hospital recovery after belly surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether watching the Food Network channel during your hospital stay after abdominal surgery can help you recover better. You'll be able to watch TV as part of your care, and the study will see if it helps you feel and heal faster.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having surgery on your belly (abdomen) and will need to stay in the hospital overnight afterward.
- You are able to watch television and follow simple instructions after your surgery.
- You are not critically ill (for example, you don't need a breathing tube or strong medicines to keep your blood pressure stable).
- You are awake and alert enough to participate (no severe confusion).
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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