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TENS for Anxiety, Pain, and Satisfaction After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Led by Nigde Omer Halisdemir University · Updated on 2025-12-29
80
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
43 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This study is designed to evaluate whether Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) can improve recovery for patients undergoing laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy). TENS is a non-invasive method that uses mild electrical currents applied through the skin to stimulate nerves. The main goals of the study are to determine if TENS can: Reduce surgical anxiety before and during the procedure Decrease postoperative pain after surgery Improve overall patient satisfaction with their surgical experience Patients who participate will receive standard surgical care, and some will also receive TENS therapy. Outcomes will be measured using patient questionnaires and clinical assessments during the hospital stay and follow-up period. By comparing patients who receive TENS with those who do not, the study aims to provide evidence on whether this simple technique can enhance comfort and recovery after gallbladder surgery.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
TENS for Anxiety, Pain, and Satisfaction After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 18-65 years scheduled for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- ASA physical status classification I-II
- Ability to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent
- No contraindications to TENS application such as intact skin at electrode placement sites
- Willingness to comply with perioperative assessments including pain, anxiety, and satisfaction scales
You will not qualify if you...
- Patients with ASA physical status III or higher
- Presence of cardiac pacemaker or other implanted electrical devices
- History of epilepsy, severe neuropathy, or psychiatric disorders affecting pain or anxiety perception
- Skin lesions, infections, or dermatological conditions at electrode placement sites
- Use of analgesics, anxiolytics, or sedatives beyond standard perioperative protocols
- Emergency cholecystectomy or conversion to open surgery
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- Patients unwilling or unable to provide informed consent
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Adana City Hospital
Niğde, Adana, Turkey (Türkiye), 51100
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Research Team
K
Kezban Koraş SÖZEN, Associate Professor
CONTACT
A
Abdurrahman ACAR, Research Assistant
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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