Gene test aims to spot hidden infections after surgery

NCT ID NCT06116656

Terminated Diagnosis Sponsor: St. Antonius Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether changes in gene activity in blood cells can help doctors tell the difference between a normal inflammatory response after major surgery and a serious infection. Researchers planned to enroll 61 adults undergoing high-risk noncardiac surgery. The study was terminated early, so its findings are limited.

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 lead to a simple blood test that helps doctors quickly tell if a patient has an infection or just normal inflammation after surgery.
What could go wrong: The study was terminated early, so results are limited. The test is still experimental and may not be accurate enough for routine use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Infections infectious disease infectious disease with sepsis Sepsis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

INFECTIONS SEPSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Amphia hospital

Breda, Netherlands
St Antonius hospital

Nieuwegein, Netherlands

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