Transcutaneous electrical acupuncture stimulation (TEAS) for gastrointestinal dysfunction in adults undergoing abdominal surgery: study protocol for a prospective randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Postoperative gastrointestinal (GI) dysfunction (PGD) is a common problem after abdominal surgery. PGD can increase the length of hospital stay and may lead to serious complications. Acupuncture and moxibustion are alternative therapies for PGD that have been used in some setting...

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Main Authors: Ya-Fan Bai, Chao Gao, Wen-Jing Li, Yi Du, Li-Xin An
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-07-01
Series:Trials
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-020-04470-4