New probe could spot hidden leaks after rectal surgery
NCT ID NCT01999634
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a small probe called a microdialysis catheter to see if it could detect leaks where the bowel is reconnected after rectal cancer surgery. Twenty-one people having rectal surgery with a temporary stoma took part. The probe measures chemicals in the tissue near the surgical connection, aiming to spot problems earlier than standard methods.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- microdialysis catheter (device)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this method could help doctors detect internal leaks earlier after rectal surgery, potentially reducing complications.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very small study (21 people) and only tested a monitoring device, not a treatment. The results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Amiens university hospital
Amiens, 80054, France
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