Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Database of patients undergoing liver surgery

Official title: Institut Paoli Calmettes Hepatic Surgery Database

Run by Institut Paoli-Calmettes · NCT03686137 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study collects information from patients who have liver surgery to help doctors and researchers understand how these surgeries work and how patients respond.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment3000 (estimated)
SponsorInstitut Paoli-Calmettes
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Marseille, Bouches Du Rhone)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 6, 2017
Main results expectedNovember 2030
Study endsNovember 2030
Registry record updatedSeptember 26, 2018
Trial IDNCT03686137 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients scheduled to undergo liver surgery for benign tumors or liver cancer.

Probably not a fit

Patients who refuse to participate in the study will not receive any benefit from this data collection.

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 collects data from patients who undergo hepatic surgery for benign diseases, as well as primary or secondary liver cancer at the Institut Paoli-Calmettes. The aim is to create a comprehensive database that can be used for future research and analysis related to liver surgery outcomes. By gathering detailed information on surgical procedures and patient demographics, the study seeks to enhance understanding of liver surgery practices and patient responses. This database will serve as a valuable resource for clinicians and researchers in the field.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this database could improve surgical outcomes and patient care in liver surgery by providing insights into best practices and patient management.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is observational and may not have direct precedents, similar databases have been successful in enhancing understanding and outcomes in other surgical fields.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient undergoing liver surgery for benign liver tumor, primary or secondary liver cancer

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient refusal

Where it's running

  • Institut Paoli Calmettes
    Marseille, Bouches Du Rhone, France
    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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.