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Tests treatment safety and results for Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
Official title Feasibility and Safety of a Pediatric ERAS Protocol for Laparoscopic Appendectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07643285
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical emergency in children. Despite the widespread adoption of laparoscopic appendectomy, postoperative care still varies widely between institutions, with prolonged fasting, opioid-based analgesia, delayed feeding, and routine drain placement being common.
- This is a blinded study.
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Who can take part
Ages 5 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Pediatric patients aged 5 to 18 years (preschool, school-age, and adolescent).
- Acute appendicitis without preoperative radiologic or clinical evidence of complication/perforation, who are candidates for and accept laparoscopic...
- ASA Physical Status I (healthy) or ASA II (mild systemic disease).
- Family/legal guardians literate in Turkish (or the institution's primary service language) and able to comprehend the educational materials.
- Written informed consent from parents/legal guardians; for children of sufficient developmental maturity (generally ≥7 years), age-appropriate...
You likely can't join if
- Preoperative imaging or clinical evidence of complicated appendicitis (perforation, generalized peritonitis, intra-abdominal abscess) anticipated to...
- History of chronic pain syndrome or regular/sustained opioid use within the past 3 months.
- Therapeutic preoperative antibiotic treatment for an active infection (other than surgical prophylaxis).
- ASA III or higher; immunosuppression, progressive neurological disease, chronic inflammatory bowel disease, or other significant comorbidities likely...
- Anatomic/mechanical contraindications to laparoscopy or pneumoperitoneum (e.g., prior major open abdominal surgery with suspected adhesions...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kayseri, Kayseri, Turkey (Türkiye)
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, 5 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kayseri, Kayseri, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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