Understanding biomarkers in patients undergoing high-risk surgery

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

St. Antonius Hospital · NCT05199025

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
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorSt. Antonius Hospital (other)
Locations2 sites (Breda, North Brabant and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05199025 on ClinicalTrials.gov

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.

Who should consider this trial

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

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.

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

Eligibility criteria

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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 this trial is running

Breda, North Brabant and 1 other locations

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Postoperative Complications, Quality of Life, Death

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.