Skin stimulation effects on brain activity during abdominal surgery
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This study is testing whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation on specific points on your skin (called acupoints) can affect the brain's electrical activity during abdominal surgery under general anesthesia. It may help researchers understand how this therapy works and potentially improve recovery in the future.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You are in good overall health (classified as ASA I or II)
- You are having abdominal surgery (like stomach or colorectal) with general anesthesia
- You are able to give informed consent
- You have no serious memory or thinking problems, and can communicate clearly
- You have no history of seizures, epilepsy, or abnormal brain wave activity
- You have not had acupuncture or similar therapy in the past two weeks
- You do not have a pacemaker or metal implants in your body
- You are not allergic to the sticky electrodes 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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