Using green draping to reduce operating room time during hysteroscopy
Comparing Operative Times in Hysteroscopies With Full Draping vs Green Draping
This study is testing if using green draping in the operating room can help reduce the time it takes to perform hysteroscopy procedures while also being better for the environment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Emory University Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Atlanta, Georgia and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06379841 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates whether implementing green draping techniques in the operating room can decrease the time required for hysteroscopic procedures. It aims to assess not only the operating room time but also secondary outcomes such as infection rates, complication rates, fluid deficits, and turnover times. The study is motivated by the need to reduce the carbon footprint of surgical practices, as traditional draping methods contribute significantly to waste and energy consumption. By comparing green draping to full draping procedures, the study seeks to promote more sustainable practices in healthcare.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women scheduled to undergo hysteroscopic procedures at the participating Emory locations.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing additional surgical procedures alongside hysteroscopy or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to shorter surgery times and reduced environmental impact in surgical settings.
How similar studies have performed: While there is growing interest in sustainable surgical practices, this specific approach to draping in hysteroscopy is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All women undergoing a hysteroscopic procedure at Emory St Joseph's, Emory Dunwoody ASC, Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital ASC. Exclusion Criteria: * Women undergoing a concomitant procedure along with the hysteroscopic procedure * Pregnant women, * Prisoners * Cognitively impaired or Individuals with impaired decision-making capacity
Where this trial is running
Atlanta, Georgia and 2 other locations
- Emory Hospital — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
- Emory Dunwoody Clinic — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
- Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Michael Heit, MD,PhD — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Elissa Trieu, MD
- Email: elissa.trieu@emory.edu
- Phone: 404-778-3401
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.