A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial protocol evaluating preoperative medical oral rinse for reducing postoperative xerostomia and improving recovery in elderly patients undergoing pulmonary surgery.
Researchers will test whether a preoperative medicinal oral rinse reduces post-surgery dry mouth and improves recovery in elderly patients undergoing lung surgery, compared to a placebo rinse.
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