Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Improving management of anemia before surgery

Official title: Adherence to the Hospital Guideline for Evaluation and Management of Preoperative Anemia in Preanesthesia Assessment Center (SIPAC), Siriraj Hospital

Run by Siriraj Hospital · NCT05447442 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how well doctors are following new guidelines to manage anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease before their surgeries to see if it helps them have better outcomes.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment93 (estimated)
SponsorSiriraj Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bangkok, Bangkok)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 1, 2022
Main results expectedNovember 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 6, 2026
Trial IDNCT05447442 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients attending a preanesthesia clinic who have been diagnosed with anemia.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have anemia or are not scheduled for elective surgery 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 focuses on the management of preoperative anemia in patients attending a preanesthesia clinic. It aims to evaluate the adherence to newly implemented guidelines designed to optimize red blood cell mass before elective surgeries. The study will assess the prevalence and causes of anemia among surgical patients, particularly focusing on those with chronic kidney disease and other underlying conditions. By identifying and managing anemia effectively, the study seeks to improve surgical outcomes and reduce complications associated with blood loss during surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better surgical outcomes and reduced complications for patients with preoperative anemia.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that effective management of preoperative anemia can lead to improved outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential based on existing evidence.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria Patients who attend a preanesthesia clinic and have anemia.

Anemia defined as

1. Patients, with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 3+ or hematologic disease, have a hemoglobin level less than 10 g/dL; or
2. Patients other than No. 1 and have hemoglobin level less than 13 g/dL in men or a hemoglobin level less than 12 g/dL in women.

Exclusion Criteria:

* none

Where it's running

  • Siriraj hospital
    Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
    Recruiting

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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.