Development of surgical assistance functions for abdominal surgery
Development, Intraoperative Demonstration and Visualization of Surgical Assistance Functions
This study is testing new tools that use technology to help surgeons see important details during abdominal surgeries to make the operations safer and more effective.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Technische Universität Dresden Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dresden, Saxony) |
| Trial ID | NCT05268432 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to develop and evaluate surgical assistance functions that utilize clinical routine data to enhance intraoperative visualization during abdominal surgeries. By leveraging technologies such as augmented reality and computer-aided navigation, the study seeks to improve the surgical team's ability to identify anatomical structures in real time. The research is divided into two parts: the first focuses on creating a surgical assistance function from routinely collected clinical data, while the second evaluates the technical feasibility and medical relevance of this system in a clinical setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for laparoscopic or open abdominal surgery who can understand German.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide consent or do not meet the surgical indication criteria will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and enhanced safety for patients undergoing abdominal surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of augmented reality and computer-aided navigation in surgery is an emerging field, this specific approach is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Indication for surgery using a laparoscopic or open surgical camera, a surgical robot (e.g., DaVinci system), or an intraoperative imaging modality (e.g. sonography, intraoperative CT) * Patient understands German Exclusion Criteria: * Lack of ability to consent
Where this trial is running
Dresden, Saxony
- Department of Gastrointestinal-, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Technische Universität Dresden — Dresden, Saxony, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marius Distler, Prof. Dr. — Technische Universität Dresden
- Study coordinator: Marius Distler, Prof. Dr.
- Email: marius.distler@ukdd.de
- Phone: +49 351045818264
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.