Effect of Abdominal Massage on Prevention of Recurrent Common Bile Duct Stones After Endoscopic Sphincterotomy

Launched by AIR FORCE MILITARY MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, CHINA · May 28, 2023

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This clinical trial is studying whether abdominal massage can help prevent the recurrence of common bile duct stones in patients who have already undergone a procedure called endoscopic sphincterotomy. When bile duct stones are treated, there is still a chance they can come back, affecting 4% to 25% of patients. The researchers believe that abdominal massage could help by applying gentle pressure to the abdomen, which may encourage the body to flush out bile and prevent new stones from forming.

To participate in this study, individuals should be between 18 and 75 years old and have experienced a recurrence of common bile duct stones. However, those with certain medical conditions or who have had specific types of surgery may not be eligible. Participants will receive abdominal massages and will be monitored to see if this technique helps reduce the chances of stones returning. This trial is an exciting opportunity to explore a simple and non-invasive way to improve recovery for patients dealing with this condition.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age 18-75;
• • Patients with common bile duct stones recurrence;
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Incomplete clearance of recurrent common bile duct stones;
• • Anatomical changes (such as Billroth I/II, Roux-en-Y);
• • Contraindications to abdominal massage (such as abdominal surgery, active gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal obstruction, acute abdomen, etc.);
• • Expected lifespan of less than two years;
• • Unstable hemodynamics;
• • Malignant arrhythmia;
• • Pregnancy or lactation;
• • Unwillingness or inability to sign an informed consent form.