Exploring mental distress in surgeons after severe complications from gastric surgery
Surgeons' Mental Distress and Risks After Severe Complications Following Radical Gastrectomy in China: a Nationwide Cross-Sectional Questionnaire
This study looks at how surgeons feel mentally after dealing with serious problems during gastric surgery to see what challenges they face and how we can better support them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai) |
| Trial ID | NCT05782205 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the mental health challenges faced by surgeons who encounter severe complications following radical gastrectomy procedures. It aims to understand the levels of mental distress experienced by these healthcare professionals, particularly in the context of the high-stress environment associated with treating advanced gastric cancer. By focusing on surgeons' experiences, the study seeks to shed light on the psychological impact of surgical complications and the barriers to seeking mental health support. The findings could inform strategies to improve mental health resources for surgeons in high-pressure surgical fields.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are general and gastrointestinal surgeons who have experienced severe complications after performing radical gastrectomy.
Not a fit: Surgeons who have not faced severe complications or those with unrelated mental health conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved mental health support systems for surgeons, ultimately enhancing their well-being and patient care.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting surgeons' mental health post-complications, studies on healthcare professionals' stress and mental health have shown the need for better support systems, indicating a potential for success in this area.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * General and/or gastrointestinal surgeons who experienced severe complications after radical gastrectomy. Exclusion Criteria: * Other conditions that do not meet the inclusion criteria.
Where this trial is running
Shanghai, Shanghai
- Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University — Shanghai, Shanghai, China (Recruiting)
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.