Comparing laparoscopic and open surgery for emergency colon resection
Laparoscopic Approach for Emergency Colon Resection: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing if laparoscopic surgery is better than traditional open surgery for patients who need emergency colon surgery, focusing on how quickly they recover and their long-term health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 192 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Joint Authority for Päijät-Häme Social and Health Care Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahti) |
| Trial ID | NCT05005117 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of laparoscopic surgery compared to traditional open surgery for patients requiring emergency colon resection. It is a randomized, controlled, parallel, multicenter trial that will assess post-operative complications and long-term outcomes. The primary focus is on immediate recovery following the operation, while secondary outcomes include overall survival and cancer-specific survival rates. The study seeks to determine if laparoscopic techniques can provide benefits in emergency situations, which have not been thoroughly investigated before.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults in need of emergency colon resection.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old, those with trauma, reoperations, or acute pancreatitis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved recovery times and outcomes for patients undergoing emergency colon surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown advantages of laparoscopic techniques in elective surgeries, but this specific application in emergency settings is less explored.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * all patients in need of emergency colon resection Exclusion Criteria: * age \< 18 year * trauma patients * reoperations * acute pancreatitis
Where this trial is running
Lahti
- Marie Grönroos-Korhonen — Lahti, Finland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marie T Grönroos-Korhonen, MD — Päijät Häme Central Hospital
- Study coordinator: Marie Grönroos-Korhonen, MD
- Email: marie.gronroos-korhonen@phhyky.fi
- Phone: 0444828049
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.