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Official title Nutritional Intervention Implication in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery for Whipple Procedure
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07560540
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The objective of this research is to assess the impact of personalized nutritional intervention on postoperative complications and length of stay in Whipple's patients via assessing the parameters related to body composition, nutritional status, weight maintenance, biochemical profile (LFTs, RFTs, CBC, CRP, serum electrolytes, coagulation profile and HbA1c) and muscle preservation postoperatively. Moreover, enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) guidelines in Whipple's patients will also be monitored.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Malignancy of;
- Distal common bile duct
- Pancreatic head
- Periampullary
- Duodenal
You likely can't join if
- Patients undergoing Whipple's procedure for reasons other than malignancy
- Patients undergoing emergency procedures
- Patients with significant preoperative complications prohibiting oral intake
- Age below 18
See the full eligibility criteria
- Malignancy of;
- Distal common bile duct
- Pancreatic head
- Periampullary
- Duodenal
- Patients scheduled for elective Whipple's procedure (laparoscopic and open)
- Age 18 and above
- Patients undergoing Whipple's procedure for reasons other than malignancy
- Patients undergoing emergency procedures
- Patients with significant preoperative complications prohibiting oral intake
- Age below 18
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lahore, Pakistan
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.
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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 Lahore, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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