Chewing Gum and Cold Gargle on Post-Bronchoscopy Symptoms

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Conditions studied: Sore Throat, Dysphagia, Patient Satisfaction, Bronchoscopy

In brief

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.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07517926

Run by

Ankara University

People needed

100

Starts

2025-11-10

Expected to finish

2026-05-11

Last updated by the study team

2026-04-13

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• • Being 18 years of age or older
• Having a scheduled diagnostic bronchoscopy
• Having normal speech and swallowing functions
• Being conscious and able to communicate
• Volunteering to participate in the study

You may not qualify if…

• • Complications during bronchoscopy
• Gastroesophageal reflux
• Use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Receiving steroid treatment within 1 week prior to the procedure
• Active infection or disease in the mouth or throat area
• History of allergy or intolerance to the procedure
• Previous anatomical or functional impediment to chewing gum or gargling

Where it is running

• Gulhane Training and Research Hospital — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (enrolling)

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