Monitoring patients with smartwatches to predict post-surgery complications
Perioperative Smartwatch Monitoring as a Tool to Predict Post-operative Complications in Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery. A Single Center Prospective Observational Study.
This study is testing whether smartwatches can help track health changes in patients after major surgeries to see if they can predict complications and improve recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lausanne, Vaud) |
| Trial ID | NCT06156033 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to quantify complications following major visceral surgeries, such as pancreatic resection and colorectal surgery, by utilizing smartwatch technology to collect digital biomarkers. Patients will wear a smartwatch during the perioperative period and complete health questionnaires to help identify those at risk for post-operative complications. The goal is to enhance preoperative management through continuous monitoring of vital parameters, thereby improving patient outcomes. The study will recruit a total of 50 patients scheduled for elective surgeries under general anesthesia.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older scheduled for elective major visceral surgeries.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate or are unable to understand and sign informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to earlier identification and management of post-operative complications, improving patient safety and recovery.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of digital monitoring in surgical settings is gaining traction, this specific approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in similar studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Patients will be recruited prospectively for a total of 50 patients. Inclusion criteria are : * Patients scheduled for elective major visceral surgery (pancreatic resection or colorectal surgery) under general anesthesia * 18 years of age or older Exclusion criteria will be : - Patient refusal and/or inability to understand and sign informed consent
Where this trial is running
Lausanne, Vaud
- Chuv — Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Benoit Henry
- Email: benoit.henry@chuv.ch
- Phone: 0798828587
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.