Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Assessing complications after skull base tumor surgery

Official title: Postoperative Complications Following Skull Base Tumor Resection: an Observational Study

Run by Beijing Tiantan Hospital · NCT06587906 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using lung ultrasound can help find patients at risk for breathing problems and blood clots after surgery for skull base tumors.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment122 (estimated)
SponsorBeijing Tiantan Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 10, 2024
Main results expectedSeptember 1, 2027
Study endsSeptember 1, 2027
Registry record updatedFebruary 14, 2025
Trial IDNCT06587906 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and above who are undergoing elective resection of skull base tumors and have a physical status classified as I to III.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe heart or lung diseases, or those unable to complete preoperative cardiac assessments, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on the high incidence of postoperative complications following skull base tumor resections. It aims to evaluate the occurrence of pulmonary complications and lower extremity venous thrombosis in patients undergoing elective surgery. By utilizing pulmonary ultrasound, the study seeks to identify high-risk patients early and improve perioperative management. Data will be collected on the accuracy of lung ultrasound scores in predicting these complications within a week post-surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved early detection and management of postoperative complications, enhancing patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown success in using pulmonary ultrasound for early detection of complications in surgical patients, indicating a promising approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 and above
* American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I to III
* Undergoing elective resection of skull base tumors
* Obtaining written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Heart failure, myocarditis, pericarditis, and cardiomyopathy
* Myocardial ischemia less than 6 months old
* Severe arrhythmia
* Severe bradycardia (heart rate below 50 beats per minute)
* Unable to complete preoperative cardiac assessment
* Severe liver dysfunction (Child Pugh C-grade)
* Severe lung diseases

Where it's running

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University
    Beijing, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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