Exploring factors behind pediatric surgery cancellations
Official title: Pediatric Day-of-Surgery Cancellations and the Association With Neighborhood Opportunity and Indices of Vulnerability : Phase II
Run by Nationwide Children's Hospital · NCT05939570 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to find out why some children's surgeries get canceled by talking to parents, especially those from different backgrounds, to help make the process better in the future.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | Any age to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Nationwide Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 25, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2026 |
| Registry record updated | April 3, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05939570 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are parents or guardians of children under 18 who have experienced a day of surgery cancellation.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients whose guardians speak languages other than English, Spanish, Somali, Nepali, or Arabic may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to understand the reasons behind pediatric day of surgery cancellations by conducting qualitative interviews with parents of affected children. The study will involve 20-30 families, focusing on those from minority racial and ethnic backgrounds and non-English primary language speakers, with interviews facilitated by interpreters. Utilizing the Gelberg-Anderson Behavioral Model for Vulnerable Populations, the research will explore themes such as parental knowledge, community resources, and access to surgical services. The findings will inform interventions to improve hospital pre-operative procedures and reduce cancellations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical scheduling and reduced cancellations, enhancing patient care for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have gone: While similar qualitative studies have been conducted, this specific focus on pediatric day of surgery cancellations and the use of the Gelberg-Anderson model is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Parents/guardians of children \<18 who had a day of surgery cancellation * Parents/guardians speak English, Spanish, Somali, Nepali or Arabic. Exclusion Criteria: * Parents/guardians speak a different language other than above listed.
Where it's running
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Catherine Roth, MPH
- Email: catherine.roth@nationwidechildrens.org
- Phone: 614-722-2997
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.