Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Predicting challenges in laparoscopic appendectomy procedures

Official title: Nomogram for Predicting Difficult Laparoscopic Appendectomy

Run by Shanghai 6th People's Hospital · NCT06818942 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how to predict challenges during laparoscopic appendectomy surgeries to help train surgical trainees better and improve patient outcomes.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorShanghai 6th People's Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 26, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedMay 7, 2026
Trial IDNCT06818942 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with acute appendicitis who are scheduled to undergo laparoscopic appendectomy.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to tolerate laparoscopic appendectomy or have incomplete preoperative evaluations may 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 observational study investigates the preoperative and intraoperative factors that contribute to the difficulty of laparoscopic appendectomy, particularly as experienced by surgical trainees. By analyzing these factors, the researchers aim to develop a predictive model that can help identify potential challenges before surgery. The findings will be used to enhance training programs for surgical trainees, ensuring they are better prepared for varying levels of surgical difficulty. The study focuses on acute appendicitis, the most common surgical emergency, and seeks to improve surgical outcomes through better preparation.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical training and outcomes for patients undergoing laparoscopic appendectomy.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach to predicting surgical difficulty is novel, similar studies in other surgical fields have shown promise in improving training and outcomes.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinical diagnosis of acute appendicitis
* Participants who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants refused or could not tolerate laparoscopic appendectomy
* Incomplete preoperative examination or missed information

Where it's running

  • Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.