Using ultrasound to assess blood loss after gynecological surgery
Official title: Ultrasound Use to Estimate the Amount of Intra-abdominal Blood Following Gynecological Surgeries and the Association With Postoperative Outcomes. A Prospective Cohort Study
Run by Holy Family Hospital, Nazareth, Israel · NCT06953141 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if using ultrasound to check blood flow after gynecological surgery can help doctors better understand recovery and improve care for women.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Holy Family Hospital, Nazareth, Israel Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nazareth) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 8, 2025 |
| Main results expected | November 10, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 15, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | April 13, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06953141 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18 and older who are undergoing laparotomy, laparoscopy, or vaginal pelvic surgery.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients undergoing minor procedures or those with known coagulation disorders or requiring ICU admission 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 prospective cohort study aims to evaluate intra-abdominal blood volume and hemodynamic status in women undergoing gynecological surgery by measuring the diameter of the inferior vena cava (IVC) using advanced ultrasound techniques within 24 hours post-surgery. The study will investigate the relationship between ultrasound findings and various postoperative outcomes, including hemoglobin drop, blood transfusion needs, pain levels, infection rates, and length of hospital stay. Approximately 250 women undergoing laparotomy, laparoscopy, or vaginal surgery at Holy Family Hospital will be enrolled, with the goal of developing reference normograms for fluid volume and IVC parameters to enhance postoperative care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved detection of intra-abdominal bleeding, potentially reducing complications and unnecessary interventions in postoperative care.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited data on the specific use of ultrasound in this context, similar studies have shown promise in using ultrasound for assessing fluid status and guiding postoperative care.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 18 years and older * Undergoing gynecological surgery including laparotomy, laparoscopy, and vaginal pelvic surgery * Able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Undergoing minor procedures (e.g., dilation and curettage, hysteroscopy, or cervical conization) * Known preoperative coagulation disorders * Postoperative admission to the intensive care unit (ICU) * Clinical indication requiring ultrasound as part of standard postoperative care
Where it's running
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Holy Family hospital, Nazareth
Nazareth, Israel Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Raed Salim, MD
- Email: r.salim@hfhosp.org
- Phone: +972544986960
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.