Analyzing outcomes of extracorporeal life support after cardiac surgery
Outcomes' Predictors in Post-Surgery Extracorporeal Life Support
University of Florence · NCT04330651
This study looks at how extracorporeal life support helps patients with heart failure after heart surgery to see what factors affect their chances of recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Florence (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Florence) |
| Trial ID | NCT04330651 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in patients who have undergone cardiac surgery and are experiencing acute heart failure. The researchers aim to analyze the indications for ECLS, the modalities used, and the outcomes for patients receiving this support. By collecting and analyzing data from 209 patients over a 14-year period, the study seeks to identify prognostic factors that influence early and midterm survival rates following ECLS. The findings could help refine the criteria for ECLS use in post-surgical settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have undergone cardiac surgery and are experiencing cardiogenic shock or related complications.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years of age will not benefit from this study as they are excluded from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve survival rates and outcomes for patients requiring ECLS after cardiac surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success with ECLS in similar contexts, but this specific analysis of post-surgical outcomes is less common.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients underwent cardiac surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Age \< 18 years
Where this trial is running
Florence
- Massimo Bonacchi — Florence, Italy (RECRUITING)
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.
Conditions: Cardiogenic Shock, Extracorporeal Life Support, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Complication, Post Cardiac Arrest Syndrome, Post-cardiac Surgery, extracorporeal life support, ecls, ecmo