New program aims to rescue surgery patients in africa

NCT ID NCT06997328

First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study tests a quality improvement program called '5 Rs to Rescue' to reduce preventable deaths after surgery in African hospitals. The program focuses on better risk assessment, monitoring, and response to complications. 6000 adults in 20 hospitals across Ethiopia, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda will take part. The goal is to see if this program can save more lives after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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  • Contact

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Locations

  • Groote Schuur Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Cape Town, Western Cape, 7808, South Africa

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    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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