Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Improving blood management practices in Central Eastern Europe hospitals

Official title: Evaluation of Fixed and Personal Assets for Patient Blood Management Implementation in CEE Countries in Practice

Run by Semmelweis University · NCT06878105 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how well hospitals in Central Eastern Europe can improve their blood management practices to better care for patients and reduce unnecessary blood transfusions after they receive training.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorSemmelweis University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Budapest)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 27, 2024
Main results expectedSeptember 30, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedMarch 14, 2025
Trial IDNCT06878105 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old undergoing elective surgeries with a moderate to high risk of bleeding.

Probably not a fit

Patients who may not benefit include those under 18 years old, pregnant individuals, or those undergoing low-risk or emergency surgeries.

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 collect data on the implementation of Patient Blood Management (PBM) practices in hospitals across Central Eastern Europe. It focuses on assessing the current state of blood management before and after training interventions, with the goal of optimizing patient care and reducing unnecessary blood transfusions. The study will involve self-audits to evaluate the effectiveness of PBM protocols and the management of anemia and bleeding in surgical patients. Investigators will analyze patient-level data during two one-week snapshot periods, one at the start and another six months post-training.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved patient outcomes through better management of anemia and reduced reliance on blood transfusions.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated gaps in PBM implementation in the CEE region, suggesting that this approach is necessary and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* patients above 18 years of age
* patients undergoing elective medium and high bleeding risk surgical intervention defined as moderate (\<500 ml) and high (≥ 500 ml)
* patient consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* no patient consent
* patients under 18 years of age
* pregnant patients
* surgery with a low risk of bleeding
* the patient underwent emergency (non-elective) surgery

Where it's running

  • Semmelweis University
    Budapest, Hungary
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.