Effect of electroacupuncture on discomfort during gastroscopy: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Effect of electroacupuncture on discomfort during gastroscopy: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Gastroscopy procedures are frequently performed under general sedation to minimize discomfort. Patients who refuse a sedative injection may experience more discomfort and adverse reactions such as pain and nausea. These instances reduce patient compliance and willingness to parti...

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Main Authors: Binyu Yu, Philippa Jemma Hazlewood, Xuan Yin, Shanshan Li, Hongyu Yue, Kun Xu, Shifen Xu, Yiqun Mi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-04-01
Series:Trials
Subjects:
Electroacupuncture
Gastroscopy
Discomfort
Randomized controlled trial
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-022-06165-4

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