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NCT07517926
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Chewing Gum and Cold Gargle on Post-Bronchoscopy Symptoms: A Randomized Controlled Study

Sponsor: Ankara University

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Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effects of chewing gum and gargling with cold water on common post-bronchoscopy symptoms, such as sore throat and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). Bronchoscopy is a procedure that can cause temporary throat discomfort. In this randomized controlled trial, patients will be divided into groups to receive either chewing gum, cold water gargle, or standard care. The researchers will then measure and compare patient satisfaction levels and the severity of throat symptoms to determine if these simple interventions can improve patient comfort after the procedure.

Official title: The Effect of Chewing Gum and Gargling With Cold Water on Post-Bronchoscopy Sore Throat, Dysphagia, and Patient Satisfaction: A Randomized Controlled Study

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - Any

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

100

Start Date

2025-11-10

Completion Date

2026-05-11

Last Updated

2026-04-08

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Chewing Gum

Patients will chew sugar-free xylitol gum for 15 minutes immediately before the bronchoscopy procedure

BEHAVIORAL

Cold Water Gargle

Patients will gargle with cold water (8-12°C) twice for 30 seconds each, 15 minutes before the bronchoscopy procedure.

Locations (1)

Gulhane Training and Research Hospital

Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)