Improving recovery after pancreatic surgery
Effect of an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Program on Outcomes After Pancreatoduodenectomy; Experience From Two Referral Centers in Central Greece.
This study is testing if a special recovery program can help people recover better and faster after surgery for pancreatic cancer compared to standard care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 170 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Thessaly Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Larissa) |
| Trial ID | NCT06935448 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the impact of an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program on patients undergoing pancreatoduodenectomy for pancreatic cancer. Conducted at two high-volume referral centers in Greece, the study compares outcomes of patients managed under a standardized ERAS protocol to a control group that received standard care. Key outcomes measured include length of hospital stay, as well as 30-day mortality and morbidity rates, to assess the effectiveness of the ERAS approach in enhancing postoperative recovery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult patients diagnosed with resectable pancreatic cancer who are scheduled for elective open pancreatic surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who are under 18 years old, require emergency surgery, or have incomplete data will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to shorter hospital stays and improved recovery for patients undergoing surgery for pancreatic cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that ERAS protocols can significantly improve surgical outcomes, suggesting a promising approach in this context.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * adult patients * diagnosis of pancreatic cancer * elective open pancreatic surgery Exclusion Criteria: * age \<18 years * emergency pancreatic surgery * other surgical procedures * missing data * lost to follow-up
Where this trial is running
Larissa
- University of Thessaly — Larissa, Greece (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: DESPOINA LIOTIRI, MD, DESAIC, EDRA, MSc, PhD(c) — University of Thessaly
- Study coordinator: DESPOINA LIOTIRI, MD MSc PhD(c)
- Email: deppieliotiri@gmail.com
- Phone: 00302410996000
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.