Quality of Life After Routine Nasogastric Decompression After Distal Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer Patients
Launched by WAKAYAMA MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Aug 19, 2008
Trial Information
Current as of June 02, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Nasogastric decompression tube is an intra-operative routine in most of the time to facilitate exposure of operative field during elective distal gastrectomy, however, whether it should be retained post-operatively is controversial. Nasogastric decompression tube helps to drain the gastric remnant in case there is edema around the gastrojejunostomy, ileus and delayed gastric emptying, which can theoretically relieve nausea and abdominal distension. However, nasogastric intubation could cause patients discomfort; also it has been shown that it would cause gastroesophageal reflux which may be...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • on the basis of whether distal gastrectomy was anticipated at WMUH for gastric cancer.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • patients who were diagnosed inadequacy for this study by a physician.
- • patients without an informed consent.
About Wakayama Medical University
Wakayama Medical University, a leading institution in Japan, is dedicated to advancing medical research and education through innovative clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on improving patient outcomes, the university collaborates with a network of healthcare professionals and researchers to conduct rigorous studies that address critical health challenges. By fostering a culture of scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration, Wakayama Medical University aims to translate research findings into practical applications, ultimately enhancing the quality of care and contributing to the global medical community.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Wakayama, , Japan
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Mikihito Nakamori, MD
Principal Investigator
Wakayama Medical University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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