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New treatment option for Sternotomy
Official title RCT on T-REX Twente Regimen Effects on Quality of Life and Mobilisation for Cardiac Surgery Patients After Sternotomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06115759
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is whether the T-REX Twente precautions have a positive impact on the quality of life (MAcNew QLMI), level of physical activity, and reduction of fear of movement in heart patients after a total median sternotomy compared to the (current) standard precautions? Do these precautions also have no adverse effects on pain, wound healing, and/or postoperative complications?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients who are preoperatively included if they are undergoing a total median sternotomy at Thorax Centrum Twente (TCT)
- Patients with their treating cardiologist also working for TCT.
You likely can't join if
- \>72 hours of admission to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Postoperative delirium (diagnosed with Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) version V
- Patients with dementia (or other significant cognitive disorders)
- Dutch language barriers
- Patients with a cardiologist from a location other than TCT
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Enschede, Overijssel, Netherlands
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Enschede, Overijssel, Netherlands. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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