Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 16 to 70

Measuring small intestine length during revisional bariatric surgeries using 3D CT and graspers

Official title: Small Intestine Length Measurement Using 3D CT Volumetry and in Vivo Measurement Using Pre-marked Graspers in Revisional Bariatric Surgeries. A Comparative Study

Run by Kasr El Aini Hospital · NCT06696677 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new way to measure the length of the small intestine during weight loss surgeries to help prevent malnutrition and avoid injuries from older methods.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages16 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorKasr El Aini Hospital
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Cairo, Old Cairo and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 26, 2025
Main results expectedJuly 30, 2025
Study endsJuly 31, 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 28, 2025
Trial IDNCT06696677 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients who are scheduled for revisional bariatric surgery and are willing to consent to participate.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe adhesions or those who refuse to participate or undergo a CT scan will 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 study aims to measure the length of the small intestine during revisional bariatric surgeries, such as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and Single Anastomosis Duodeno-ileal Sleeve, using a combination of 3D CT volumetry and pre-marked laparoscopic graspers. The approach seeks to mitigate the risks associated with traditional measurement methods, which can lead to intestinal injury. By utilizing advanced imaging techniques, the study hopes to provide more accurate assessments of bowel length, which is crucial for preventing malnutrition in patients post-surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve surgical outcomes and reduce the risk of malnutrition in patients undergoing revisional bariatric surgery.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of 3D CT volumetry is gaining interest, this specific approach in revisional bariatric surgery is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients who are candidates for revisional bariatric surgery
* Patients consenting to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with severe adhesions where measuring the small bowel may expose them to unnecessary injuries.
* Patients refusing to participate in the study.
* Patient refusing CT scan to be done pre-operatively.

Where it's running

  • Kasr Alainy Medical School, Cairo University
    Cairo, Old Cairo, Egypt
    Recruiting
  • Kasr Alainy Medical School, Cairo University
    Cairo, Egypt
    Not yet 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.
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