U.S., March 28 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07496528) titled 'Acupuncture for Colorectal sUrgery Recovery Enhancement: A Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Gastrointestinal Functional Recovery After Minimally Invasive Resection' on March 23.
Brief Summary: Purpose:
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate whether electroacupuncture (EA) can accelerate the recovery of bowel function in patients undergoing minimally invasive surgery for colorectal cancer.
Main Questions to be Answered:
Does electroacupuncture reduce the time to the first bowel movement after surgery compared to standard care or a "sham" (placebo) treatment?
Can electroacupuncture improve overall gastrointestinal t...