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Clinical Study on Acupoint Application Based on the Theory of "State-target Syndrome Differentiation" in Relieving qi Deficiency and Constipation in Patients With Colorectal Cancer Undergoing Postoperative Chemotherapy
Led by Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University · Updated on 2025-12-11
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
104 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are investigating how acupoint application based on traditional Chinese medicine might help relieve qi deficiency and constipation in patients with colorectal cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy after surgery. This study aims to clarify the best acupoint application approach by combining expert consultations and scientific analysis to improve patient comfort and clinical outcomes. The goal is to develop an integrated treatment plan that combines Chinese and Western medicine techniques for better care in this population. The study compares two groups: one receiving acupoint application combined with conventional treatment and nursing, and the other receiving routine treatment and nursing for constipation. The acupoint application involves using a specially prepared traditional Chinese medicine patch applied daily to specific points on the body. Routine care includes dietary fiber and water intake guidance, defecation training, and emotional support to improve understanding and confidence in managing constipation. Participants will be assessed before and after five days of intervention using tools like the Nimodipine method for symptom scoring and constipation symptom and quality of life questionnaires. Researchers will monitor the severity of constipation symptoms and the impact on quality of life, along with traditional Chinese medicine syndrome ratings. The study includes randomized allocation and quadruple masking to ensure reliable results. The study starts in July 2025 and continues until the end of 2027.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Clinical Study of Acupoint Application on Relieving qi Deficiency and Constipation in Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Clinical diagnosis of colorectal cancer
- Chemotherapy was performed after surgery
- Diagnosis of qi deficiency and constipation
- Age 18 years or older
You will not qualify if you...
- Clinical diagnosis of other digestive tract or anal organic diseases
- Severe cardiac, hepatic, or renal insufficiency or other serious complications
- Allergic constitution or allergy to any drug in the constipation paste
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 5 days
Participants receive daily acupoint application combined with routine treatment and nursing of constipation during postoperative chemotherapy.
Daily visits for 5 days
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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Research Team
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Yan Yang
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
QUADRUPLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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