Vascular surgeon's role in orthopedic surgery for muscle cancer
The Role of the Vascular Surgeon in Orthopedic Surgery of Musculoskeletal Tumors
This study looks at how having vascular surgeons help during orthopedic surgeries for muscle cancer can make the surgery safer and improve patient outcomes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 1 site (Bologna, Italia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06818552 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study examines the involvement of vascular surgeons in the surgical treatment of musculoskeletal tumors that affect vascular structures. It highlights the importance of vascular surgical assistance during orthopedic and spinal surgeries, which can significantly reduce intraoperative and postoperative complications. The study aims to gather data on cases where vascular intervention is necessary, focusing on the outcomes and safety of these procedures. By analyzing these cases, the study seeks to improve surgical strategies and patient care in the management of musculoskeletal tumors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with musculoskeletal tumors that involve vascular structures and require surgical intervention.
Not a fit: Patients without musculoskeletal tumors or those whose tumors do not involve vascular structures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance surgical outcomes and reduce complications for patients undergoing surgery for musculoskeletal tumors.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, existing literature indicates that vascular surgical assistance has been beneficial in similar surgical contexts.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient diagnosed with musculoskeletal tumor involving vascular structures requiring surgical removal * Planned surgical treatment with intraoperative assistance of the vascular surgeon * Obtaining informed consent * Age 18 years Exclusion Criteria: \-
Where this trial is running
Bologna, Italia
- IRCCS AOU di Bologna Policlinico di Sant'Orsola — Bologna, Italia, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mauro Gargiulo, MD — IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
- Study coordinator: Mauro Gargiulo, MD
- Email: mauro.gargiulo2@unibo.it
- Phone: 0512143288
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.