Effects of delaying elective surgeries on patients
Impact and Burden of Postponing Elective Surgeries in Patients With Urological Diseases
This study looks at how delaying elective surgeries affects the health and stress levels of patients with urological diseases.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medical University of Graz Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Graz) |
| Trial ID | NCT06067373 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate the impact and burden of postponed elective surgeries on patients with urological diseases, particularly focusing on mental impairment and complications arising from delays. The research will involve collecting data through questionnaires from patients over 18 years old who are scheduled for elective surgeries at the Department of Urology. The study seeks to understand how these delays affect patient health and stress levels, especially in the context of ongoing staff shortages and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients over the age of 18 who are attending the Department of Urology for elective surgery.
Not a fit: Patients requiring emergency operations or those unable to provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the psychological and health impacts of delayed surgeries, leading to improved patient care strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have highlighted the effects of postponed surgeries, this specific focus on urological diseases and the associated mental health impacts is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: - All patients over the age of 18 attending the Department of Urology for an elective surgery Exclusion Criteria: * lack of ability to give consent * emergency operations
Where this trial is running
Graz
- Department of Urology, Medical University Graz — Graz, Austria (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Marianne Leitsmann, Ass.-Prof., MD
- Email: marianne.leitsmann@medunigraz.at
- Phone: +43 316 385 81582
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.