Effect of a Thermal Blanket After Peripheral Artery Surgery
The Effect of Thermal Blanket Applied to the Area After Peripheral Artery Surgery on Circulation, Pain and Mobilization
This study tests if using a thermal blanket can help patients recover better after peripheral artery surgery by keeping their body temperature normal.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Uskudar) |
| Trial ID | NCT06310928 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of using a thermal blanket on patients undergoing peripheral artery surgery to prevent postoperative hypothermia. It involves a randomized control trial with 60 patients divided into an experimental group receiving the thermal blanket and a control group. Data will be collected using various scales to assess pain, mobility, and neurovascular status. The goal is to determine if maintaining normal body temperature can improve recovery outcomes and reduce complications.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for elective peripheral artery surgery with a BMI under 30 and no communication barriers.
Not a fit: Patients with orthopedic disabilities in the surgical extremity or neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance patient comfort and recovery by reducing postoperative complications associated with hypothermia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that maintaining normothermia in surgical patients can lead to improved outcomes, suggesting this approach may be beneficial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteering to participate in the study, * Performing peripheral arterial surgery * BMI\<30 * No verbal communication barrier Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of orthopedic disability in the extremity undergoing the surgical procedure, * Having a neurological disease * Lack of pain control
Where this trial is running
Istanbul, Uskudar
- Sağlık Bilimleri University — Istanbul, Uskudar, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Birgul Aydogan, Rn — Saglik Bilimleri University
- Study coordinator: Birgül Aydoğan, RN
- Email: 201001077@ogrenci.sbu.edu.tr
- Phone: +905336337651
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.