Virtual care and remote monitoring after surgery
Post Discharge After Surgery Virtual Care with Remote Automated Monitoring Technology-2 (PVC-RAM-2) Trial
This study tests if using virtual care and remote monitoring after surgery can help patients recover better and avoid complications compared to regular follow-up care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Population Health Research Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Hamilton, Ontario and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT04876950 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The PVC-RAM-2 Trial is a multicenter, randomized controlled trial that evaluates the effectiveness of virtual care combined with remote automated monitoring technology for patients who have undergone semi-urgent, urgent, or emergency surgeries. Participants will be monitored for 45 days post-surgery to assess various outcomes, including hospital readmissions, emergency department visits, and pain management. The trial aims to compare these outcomes against standard post-operative care to determine if remote monitoring can improve patient health and reduce complications.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 40 and older who have undergone or will undergo semi-urgent, urgent, or emergency surgery requiring a hospital stay of at least two days.
Not a fit: Patients who are planned for transfer to rehabilitation facilities or those unable to communicate effectively due to cognitive or sensory impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance post-surgical recovery and reduce complications for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using remote monitoring for post-operative care, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. are ≥40 years of age; 2. will undergo or have undergone semi-urgent, urgent, or emergency surgery requiring expected hospital stay of ≥2 days; and 3. provide informed consent to participate. Exclusion Criteria: 1. planned transfer to a rehabilitation or convalescent facility, or repatriation from trial hospital site to local community hospital following surgery; 2. are unable to communicate with research staff, complete study surveys, or undertake an interview using a tablet computer due to a language barrier or a cognitive, visual, or hearing impairment; or 3. reside in an area without cellular network coverage.
Where this trial is running
Hamilton, Ontario and 1 other locations
- Hamilton General Hospital — Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Juravinski Hospital — Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Michael McGillion, PhD — McMaster University, Population Health Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Stephanie Harrison
- Email: stephanie.harrison@phri.ca
- Phone: 905-594-0564
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.