Managing blood health before prosthetic surgery

Patient Blood Management in the Approach to Prosthetic Surgery in Orthopedic

NA · I.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio · NCT05806437

This study is testing different ways to improve blood health in people with anemia or low iron before they have prosthetic surgery to see if it can reduce the need for blood transfusions during the operation.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment142 (estimated)
Ages40 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorI.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio (other)
Locations1 site (Milan)
Trial IDNCT05806437 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study focuses on optimizing patient blood management for individuals undergoing prosthetic surgery, particularly those with anemia or iron deficiency. It aims to analyze various diagnostic factors and laboratory parameters to determine the best preoperative preparation strategies. The effectiveness of treatments such as ferric carboxymaltose and chelated iron will be evaluated in relation to the need for blood transfusions during surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients over 40 years old, scheduled for prosthetic surgery, with specific anemia criteria.

Not a fit: Patients with Mediterranean anemia or coagulation disorders will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce the need for blood transfusions in patients undergoing prosthetic surgery.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results in patient blood management approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Candidates for prosthetic surgery
* Patients of both sexes over 40 years of age
* Hemoglobin values \<12 g% for females and 13 g% for males
* % transferrin saturation \< 10%
* Willingness and ability to provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with Mediterranean anemia
* Patients with coagulation disorders
* Patients who do not sign the consent form
* Pregnant or breastfeeding women (self-declaration)
* Minor aged

Where this trial is running

Milan

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Anemia, Iron Deficiency

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.