Optimizing short stay surgery for colorectal patients

Day Case Colectomy: Optimizing Short Stay-surgery.

Not applicable Interventional Joint Authority for Päijät-Häme Social and Health Care · NCT04996511

This study tests how laparoscopic colorectal surgery affects heart rate changes in patients to see if it can help improve recovery and reduce complications.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 100 Years
SexAll
SponsorJoint Authority for Päijät-Häme Social and Health Care Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lahti)
Trial IDNCT04996511 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study focuses on patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal resection, where heart rate variability (HRV) parameters are measured before and after the surgery. The aim is to evaluate how the surgery and any associated complications affect these HRV parameters, particularly looking for relationships with adverse effects. By monitoring these physiological changes, the study seeks to optimize recovery and minimize complications in short stay surgical settings.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for colorectal resection for any pathology.

Not a fit: Patients with arrhythmias that may interfere with HRV measurements will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance recovery protocols for colorectal surgery patients, leading to improved outcomes and reduced hospital stays.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on HRV in surgical recovery, this specific approach focusing on short stay surgery is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

• Colorectal resection for any pathology

Exclusion Criteria:

• Arrhytmias likely to cause problems with HRV measurements

Where this trial is running

Lahti

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.
Conditions Monitoring, Physiologic
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.