AI aims to cut blood waste in surgery prep
NCT ID NCT07223853
First seen Nov 03, 2025
Summary
This study tests a computer system that helps doctors decide which patients need blood prepared before surgery. About 1 million patients in the US need blood transfusions during surgery each year, but often too much blood is prepared, leading to waste. The system uses patient data to predict who really needs blood. The trial involves 50 patients and compares the smart system to usual care.
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Washington University / Barnes Jewish Hospital
RECRUITINGSt Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States
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What this could mean
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Active substance
S-PATH clinical decision support system
What this could lead to
If successful, this system could help hospitals better match blood preparation to patient needs, reducing waste and costs while maintaining safety.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The system may not improve outcomes or could be difficult to implement in other hospitals.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.