Robotic prostate surgery and the heart: a hidden risk revealed?
NCT ID NCT06502340
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether robotic-assisted prostate removal can cause hidden heart damage. Researchers measure a protein called troponin I, a sensitive marker of heart injury, in 75 men undergoing this surgery. The goal is to find out how often this damage occurs and what factors might increase the risk.
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 identify patients at risk of heart damage during robotic prostate surgery, potentially improving perioperative care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with 75 participants, so findings may not apply broadly. It measures a biomarker, not clinical outcomes, so the direct benefit to patients is uncertain.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara Bilkent City Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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