Evaluating the effects of showering on postoperative complications with drains
Studying How Outpatient Water affEcts Risks With Drains (SHOWER Study)
This study is testing if showering with drains after breast reduction or panniculectomy surgery affects the risk of complications for patients.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Geisinger Clinic Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Danville, Pennsylvania) |
| Trial ID | NCT04725916 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This interventional feasibility study aims to assess whether showering with postoperative drains in place increases the risk of complications in patients undergoing breast reduction or panniculectomy at Geisinger Medical Center. Participants will be randomly assigned to either shower with drains or refrain from showering post-surgery. The study will collect data on postoperative outcomes and quality of life through questionnaires. Approximately 100 subjects will be included, and the study will utilize descriptive statistics to analyze the results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older undergoing breast reduction or panniculectomy procedures with drains placed.
Not a fit: Patients on antibiotics at the time of surgery or those with specific surgical conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into postoperative care practices, potentially reducing complications for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies on postoperative care exist, this specific approach to evaluating showering with drains is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients having one of the following procedures at Geisinger Medical Center in which drains are placed * Breast reduction * Lower panniculectomy * Fleur-de-lis panniculectomy * ≥18 years of age * Able and willing to provide consent Exclusion Criteria: * Patients on antibiotics at the time of surgery * Patients sent home on antibiotics after surgery * Patients who work in healthcare with direct patient contact * Patients having a panniculectomy to be eligible for a kidney transplant * Patients having a ventral hernia repair at the time of the panniculectomy * Patients admitted to the hospital for \>1 night
Where this trial is running
Danville, Pennsylvania
- Geisinger Health — Danville, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sean Devitt, MD — Geisinger Clinic
- Study coordinator: Sean Devitt, MD
- Email: sdevitt@geisinger.edu
- Phone: 570-271-6335
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.