Blood tests before surgery could predict complications

NCT ID NCT04774198

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 58 patients scheduled for pancreatic surgery due to suspected cancer. Researchers collected blood samples before and after surgery to measure immune function and inflammation. They then tracked complications like low blood pressure and infections. The goal was to see if immune markers could predict which patients would have a harder recovery.

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 predict which patients are at higher risk for complications after pancreatic surgery, leading to better monitoring and care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study, not a treatment trial. The findings may not apply to all patients or lead to direct changes in care without further research.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rigshospitalet

    Copenhagen, 2100, Denmark

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