Can we predict who will survive a bowel surgery leak?

NCT ID NCT07725692

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Alexandria University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This study looks at people who develop a leak after colorectal cancer surgery. Researchers will track which patients need emergency surgery, die within 90 days, or end up with a permanent stoma. The goal is to find factors that predict these outcomes and help guide future care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors identify high-risk patients earlier and improve decision-making after a leak, potentially reducing deaths and permanent stomas.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Anastomotic Leak colon carcinoma colonic neoplasm colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm Postoperative Complications rectal neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANASTOMOTIC LEAK COLON CANCER COLORECTAL CANCER INTESTINAL STOMA POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATION

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Locations

Study site

Alexandria, Please Select, 21111, Egypt

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