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New treatment option for Anastomosis
Official title PPG vs. ICG in Gastrointestinal Resections
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06222645
What this study is testing
What is ICG fluorescence imaging technology?
ICG fluorescence imaging technology is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for anastomosis.
Also referred to as ICG Imaging, ICG Angiography.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This randomized controlled trial compares a novel optical technique against the standard of care for assessing tissue perfusion in gastrointestinal surgery. Participants are randomized to receive either intraoperative imaging photoplethysmography (iPPG) or indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients (age ≥ 18 years).
- Scheduled to undergo an elective gastrointestinal resection requiring a primary gastro-intestinal or entero-enteric anastomosis.
- Able to understand and provide written informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Known hypersensitivity or allergy to indocyanine green (ICG), iodine, or any component of the ICG formulation.
- Severe hepatic impairment (e.g., Child-Pugh Class C).
- Pregnancy or lactation.
- Emergency surgery.
- Inability to comply with the study protocol or follow-up schedule in the investigator's judgment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Yantai, Shandong, China
- Saint Petersburg, Leningradskaya Oblast', Russia
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 Yantai, Shandong, China; Saint Petersburg, Leningradskaya Oblast', Russia. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.