Mouth care for patients fed through a stomach tube
This study tests different mouth care methods for patients in palliative care who receive nutrition through a tube in their stomach. The goal is to find a safe and comfortable way to keep the mouth clean and healthy during this time.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are staying in a palliative care unit.
- You are currently receiving nutrition through a tube placed in your stomach (called a PEG tube).
- You will continue using the PEG tube for the next 15 days.
- You are able to have your mouth examined and receive mouth care.
- You do not have any allergies to the mouth care products used in this study.
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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