Acupuncture for Postoperative Gastric Emptying Delay

This multicenter clinical trial, conducted at Qilu Hospital of Shandong University and collaborating institutions, prospectively assesses the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for postoperative delayed gastric emptying. Eligible participants will be prospectively enrolled and randomized into different groups per the study protocol. The primary endpoint is the reduction in the duration of delayed gastric emptying, while secondary endpoints include the complete resolution of cardinal gastroparetic symptoms, such as abdominal distension, nausea, and vomiting. All study procedures adhere to the ethical standards outlined in the approved protocol.

NCT Number	NCT07505927
Lead Sponsor	Qilu Hospital of Shandong University Collaborators: Weifang Yidu Central Hospital, The People's Hospital of Yinan County
Conditions	Gastroparesis Postoperative, Delayed Gastric Emptying Following Procedure
Enrollment	176 participants
Start Date	2026-04-01
Primary Completion	2028-02-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2028-06-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-15