Effect of a care package on preventing pressure ulcers in orthopedic surgery patients
The Effect of Pressure Ulcer Care Package on the Risk of Surgery-Related Pressure Ulcer Development in Patients Undergoing Orthopaedic Surgery
This study tests if a special care package can help prevent pressure ulcers in patients having orthopedic surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 102 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cukurova University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ağrı) |
| Trial ID | NCT06330506 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of a pressure ulcer care package on the risk of developing pressure ulcers in patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. It is designed as a randomized controlled trial, focusing on patients at the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic of Doğubayazıt Dr. Yaşar Eryılmaz State Hospital. Participants will be assessed using various tools, including a risk assessment scale and monitoring forms based on established guidelines. Data will be analyzed statistically to determine the effectiveness of the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients undergoing orthopedic surgery who have no pre-existing pressure ulcers and can communicate effectively.
Not a fit: Patients who are bedridden, have pre-operative pressure ulcers, or are transferred to intensive care after surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce the incidence of pressure ulcers in surgical patients, improving their recovery and overall quality of care.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar preventive care approaches for pressure ulcers, indicating potential for success in this trial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Orthopaedics and traumatology department * Those who have undergone general or spinal anesthesia * Without any communication problems * Patients who volunteered to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with pre-operative pressure ulcer * Those who are bedridden * Patients referred to the intensive care unit after surgery * Patients who wish to leave the study will be excluded from the study.
Where this trial is running
Ağrı
- Dogubayazit Dr Yasar Eryılmaz State Hospital — Ağrı, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sevban Arslan
- Email: sarslan@cu.edu.tr
- Phone: +903223386484
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.