Advanced Recovery Room Care for post-surgical patients
The ARRC III Trial of Advanced Recovery Room Care (ARRC).
This study is testing if a special type of care in the recovery room helps medium-risk patients after non-cardiac surgery recover better than regular care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 3000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Adelaide Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Adelaide, South Australia) |
| Trial ID | NCT05836285 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the outcomes of medium risk patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery who receive either Advanced Recovery Room Care (ARRC) or usual ward care. By comparing these two models, the study seeks to identify which patient subgroups benefit most from high-acuity care and to understand the underlying factors contributing to improved outcomes. The research builds on previous findings that demonstrated significant enhancements in patient recovery, reduced complications, and lower hospital costs associated with ARRC. Data collected will help refine care models and potentially establish benchmarks for future comparisons across institutions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are medium risk patients scheduled for elective or unplanned non-cardiac surgery requiring at least one night of hospital stay.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing cardiac surgery or those scheduled for postoperative Intensive Care Unit management may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved recovery outcomes and reduced complications for post-surgical patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar high-acuity care models, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this observational study.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Scheduled for elective or unplanned surgery * Scheduled to stay in hospital at least one night after surgery * 30-day mortality of 0.5% to 8% by the US National Safety and Quality Improvement Program risk score (NSQIP) Exclusion Criteria: * Undergoing cardiac surgery * Scheduled for postoperative Intensive Care Unit management
Where this trial is running
Adelaide, South Australia
- Royal Adelaide Hospital — Adelaide, South Australia, Australia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Guy Ludbrook, MBBS PhD — Professor of Anaesthesia
- Study coordinator: Guy L Ludbrook, MBBS PhD
- Email: guy.ludbrook@sa.gov.au
- Phone: +61 413817901
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.