Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding biomarkers in patients undergoing high-risk surgery

Official title: Biomarkers to Guide Perioperative Management and Improve Outcome in High-risk Surgery

Run by St. Antonius Hospital · NCT05199025 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find out if certain blood markers can help predict complications after high-risk surgeries to improve patient care and outcomes.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
SponsorSt. Antonius Hospital
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Breda, North Brabant and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 12, 2021
Main results expectedJune 1, 2026
Study endsDecember 1, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 27, 2026
Trial IDNCT05199025 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults undergoing elective high-risk surgeries, including cardiac, gastrointestinal, vascular, or lung procedures.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years old, pregnant individuals, those requiring emergent surgery, or those unable to provide informed consent 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 aims to analyze the perioperative biomarker responses in patients undergoing high-risk surgeries, such as cardiac, colorectal, vascular, and lung procedures. By collecting blood samples and clinical data from 4,819 patients, the study seeks to identify biomarkers that can predict postoperative complications and improve risk stratification. The goal is to develop a predictive model that can guide treatment decisions and enhance patient outcomes following surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved prediction and management of postoperative complications, enhancing patient safety and quality of life.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using biomarkers for predicting postoperative complications, indicating that this approach has potential based on previous findings.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Cardiac surgery (isolated coronary artery bypass grafting or combined with single valve surgery, isolated single valve surgery)
* Gastrointestinal surgery (colorectal, pancreatic, gastric surgery).
* Vascular surgery (open and endovascular aortic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery)
* Lung surgery (pneumonectomy,(bi)(sleeve)lobectomy or segmentectomy)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \< 18 years
* Pregnancy
* Emergent surgery
* No informed consent

Where it's running

  • Amphia Hospital
    Breda, North Brabant, Netherlands
    Recruiting
  • St Antonius Hospital
    Nieuwegein, Utrecht, Netherlands
    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.