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The Effect of Foeniculum Vulgare Ironing on Gastrointestinal Recovery After Colorectal Resection: a Randomized Controlled Trial.
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Foeniculum Vulgare Seed Ironing for Colorectal Surgery and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 300 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Chinese Medicine Ironing using Foeniculum vulgare has been applied in some departments to promote bowel function recovery, but the efficacy of ironing therapy remains uncertain after colorectal resection surgery.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Stir-fry 500 grams of Foeniculum vulgare seeds until the aroma overflows. Put them into a cotton bag. Ironing therapy put the bag on abdomen after the temperature is suitable, 30 minutes per time, twice daily on postoperative days 2 to 3. The medicine bag can be heated and reused after it cool down.