Obesity
Conditions
Interventions
Electroacupuncture Group:Point Selection: Based on the theory of "simultaneous treatment of the spleen and stomach" and meridian theory, the following bilateral acupoints are selected. Zusanli (ST36):
Sham electroacupuncture group:Acupoint Selection: Non-meridian and non-acupoint points are selected. The location is set 1.5–2.0 cm lateral to the true acupoints, avoiding any known meridian lines. Ne
Sponsors
West China Hospital, Sichuan University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 80 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age 18-80 years old. Meets the indications for bariatric surgery (refer to Chinese guidelines: BMI =32.5 kg/m²; or BMI =27.5 kg/m² with metabolic syndrome), planned for elective laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy/laparoscopic gastric bypass. Normal gastrointestinal function preoperatively, with no history of chronic constipation or diarrhea. Voluntarily signed the informed consent form.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals with a history of abdominal open surgery or severe intra-abdominal adhesions. Patients who have been on long-term use of opioid medications, prokinetic drugs, or medications affecting gastrointestinal function. Individuals with a pacemaker or other implanted electronic devices (contraindicated for electroacupuncture). Presence of skin infection or damage at the abdominal acupuncture site. Patients with severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, or mental disorders that prevent cooperation.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Time to first flatus after surgery; | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Postoperative first bowel movement time;Tolerance time for liquid diet;Usage of Antiemetic Drugs;intake, feeling nauseated, emesis, physical exam, and duration of symptoms (I-FEED) score;Interleukin-6;C-reactive protein;Postoperative hospital stay duration; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactChen Yi
West China Hospital, Sichuan University
Outcome results
None listed