Oxygen levels after surgery may warn of dangerous leaks

NCT ID NCT07534618

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 174 patients who had colorectal surgery to see if their oxygen levels after the operation could predict problems like leaks where the bowel was reconnected. The researchers wanted to know if a simple, non-invasive oxygen monitor could help catch complications early. The study is already completed, and the results could help doctors monitor patients more easily after surgery.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If oxygen levels prove to be a reliable early warning sign, this could lead to simpler, cheaper monitoring after colorectal surgery to catch complications sooner.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only shows a possible link, not cause and effect. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patients.

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Study facts

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Participants

174 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2017

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population consisted of patients who underwent elective or emergency colorectal resection with anastomosis between 2017 and 2021 in a single center.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who underwent elective or emergency colorectal resection with anastomosis between 2017 and 2021. Exclusion Criteria: * Age under 18 years * Incomplete or insufficient clinical data

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  • Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences

    Istanbul, Bakirkoy, 34147, Turkey (Türkiye)