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Effectiveness of Early Oral Hydration in Relieving Postoperative Thirst in Patients Undergoing Urological Endoscopic Procedures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Led by Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation · Updated on 2026-05-04
200
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating whether early oral hydration on demand can relieve postoperative thirst and improve patient satisfaction for individuals undergoing urological endoscopic procedures. This study addresses the common discomfort of thirst after surgery, which is often overlooked due to traditional restrictions on early oral intake to prevent nausea and aspiration. The trial aims to see if allowing patients to drink water soon after surgery can enhance comfort without increasing risks. Participants are divided into two groups: the intervention group receives early oral hydration starting with small sips of water (up to 10 mL) within 15-30 minutes upon arrival in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU), given they meet safety criteria. They can continue drinking as desired, limited to 0.5 mL/kg to reduce adverse events. The control group follows the standard PACU protocol, delaying oral hydration for 2-3 hours after anesthesia. Both groups are closely monitored during the immediate postoperative period. During the study, participants are assessed for thirst intensity shortly after arriving and at discharge from PACU, patient comfort, satisfaction with hydration timing and procedure, and total water intake within 2 hours post-surgery. Researchers also track any adverse events and medical interventions related to hydration. The study collects data during this short recovery phase to understand the effects of early hydration on patient experience and safety.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Early Oral Hydration in Relieving Postoperative Thirst
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Male and female patients aged 18-65 years
- Scheduled for elective urological endoscopic procedures under general anesthesia
- Day-care endoscopic procedures
- ASA classification I-III
You will not qualify if you...
- Known gastrointestinal disorders contraindicating early oral hydration such as peptic ulcer disease, hiatal hernia, irritable bowel syndrome, esophagitis, or prior gastrointestinal surgery
- Inability to express thirst or communicate (e.g., language barrier, altered consciousness)
- Requirement for nasogastric suction
- History of facial, oropharyngeal, or laryngeal surgery
- Swallowing dysfunction or delayed gastric emptying (e.g., gastroparesis)
- Incomplete reversal of muscle relaxant at PACU admission with no adequate spontaneous breathing or protective airway reflexes
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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 - Day of surgery
Participants undergo elective urological endoscopic procedures under general anesthesia.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 2 hours during immediate post-operative period
Participants receive early oral hydration on demand in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) or follow standard PACU protocol delaying oral hydration for 2-3 hours after anesthesia. Thirst, comfort, and possible adverse events are monitored during this period.
1 follow-up visit in PACU
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, 74200
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Research Team
M
Muhammad M Abbas, FCPS
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
2
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