Evaluating outcomes of loop ileostomy reversal in a community hospital setting

Evaluation of Short-term Outcomes of Ambulatory Loop Ileostomy Reversal

Observational West China Hospital · NCT05552170

This study is testing if a new, same-day surgery to reverse loop ileostomy can be safely done in a community hospital in China for adults aged 18 to 65.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment216 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorWest China Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Chengdu, Sichuan)
Trial IDNCT05552170 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study assesses the feasibility of ambulatory loop ileostomy reversal (ALIR) in a developing country, specifically China, through the community hospital joined enhanced recovery after surgery (CHJ-ERAS) program. Patients aged 18-65 with ASA grades II or III who have undergone loop ileostomy will be enrolled and monitored closely after the procedure. The primary focus is on short-term outcomes following the day-case surgery approach. This observational study aims to provide insights into the effectiveness of ALIR in a community hospital context.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 18-65 with an ileostoma preparing for loop ileostomy reversal and classified as ASA grade II or III.

Not a fit: Patients over 65, those with severe co-morbidities, or those who have undergone complex previous surgeries may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery times and improve surgical outcomes for patients undergoing ileostomy reversal.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research on ALIR in developing countries, enhanced recovery after surgery protocols have shown success in similar contexts in developed nations.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with ileostoma and preparing for LIR
2. Patients age between 18-65;
3. ASA grade II;
4. Patients willing to underwent day-case LIR

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1) Patients who underwent single-lumen ileostomy, transverse colostomy or Hartmann; 2) Complex previous laparotomies or required exploratory laparotomy; 3) Age over 65; 4) ASA grade over III (assessed by anesthetists); 5) Presence of moderate or severe preoperative anemia (hemoglobin \<90g/L); 6) Therapeutic anticoagulation or anti-platelet medications used within 1 week before surgery; 7) Patient refusal; 8) Severe co-morbidities or other conditions evaluated by surgeons or anesthetists not inappropriate to be included in the program.

Where this trial is running

Chengdu, Sichuan

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions SurgeryFast Recovery Surgery
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