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New treatment option for Atelectasis
Official title Automated Intraoperative Lung Recruitment Maneuvers in Major Laparoscopic Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07349784
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Laparoscopic colorectal surgery is associated with an increased risk of intraoperative atelectasis due to pneumoperitoneum, Trendelenburg positioning, and prolonged anesthesia duration. Atelectasis developing during surgery may persist into the postoperative period and contribute to postoperative pulmonary complications.
- 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 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Age between 18 and 80 years
- Scheduled for elective laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-III
You likely can't join if
- ASA physical status IV or higher
- Pregnancy
- Body mass index (BMI) \> 40 kg/m²
- Severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), GOLD stage III-IV
- Advanced heart failure with left ventricular ejection fraction \<35%
- Previous thoracic surgery
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age between 18 and 80 years
- Scheduled for elective laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-III
- ASA physical status IV or higher
- Pregnancy
- Body mass index (BMI) \> 40 kg/m²
- Severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), GOLD stage III-IV
- Advanced heart failure with left ventricular ejection fraction \<35%
- Previous thoracic surgery
- Preoperative requirement for supplemental oxygen therapy
- Refusal or inability to provide informed consent
- Intraoperative conversion to open surgery
- Development of significant hemodynamic instability during lung recruitment maneuvers
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Bakırkoy, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Bakırkoy, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.