Evaluating robotic surgery performance in children and adults
To Evaluate the Performance and Efficiency of Robotic Surgery in Children and Adults
This study looks at how well robotic surgery works for both kids and adults to see if it offers better recovery and results compared to regular surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 16000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Paris, Paris) |
| Trial ID | NCT03274050 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the performance and efficiency of robotic surgery in both pediatric and adult patients. It highlights the slow adoption of robotic surgical techniques in children's hospitals compared to adult facilities, despite the potential benefits such as reduced recovery times and improved surgical outcomes. The study will analyze various factors including patient demographics, surgical indications, and outcomes associated with robotic-assisted procedures. By comparing these results to traditional surgical methods, the study seeks to provide insights into the advantages of robotic surgery in a pediatric context.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include children and adults who require robotic surgery and have no contraindications.
Not a fit: Patients with anatomical or anesthetic contraindications for minimally invasive surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance surgical outcomes and recovery experiences for patients undergoing robotic surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with robotic surgery in adults, but pediatric applications are still emerging and less extensively validated.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria : * child or adult * with an indication for a robotic surgery * non-opposition of patient or non-opposition of parents for minor patient Exclusion Criteria : * anatomic or anesthetic contraindication for the mini-invasive surgery
Where this trial is running
Paris, Paris
- Hôpital Necker -Enfants Malades — Paris, Paris, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Thomas BLANC, MD; PhD — Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
- Study coordinator: Thomas BLANC, MD, PhD
- Email: thomas.blanc@aphp.fr
- Phone: 01 44 49 41 53
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.