COLORECTAL SURGERY

This study is testing a new monitoring tool called xBar to see if it can safely and effectively detect dangerous leaks (anastomotic leaks) after colorectal surgery. The study will enroll 190 adults having rectal or sigmoid surgery. The clinical team will not see the xBar results,…

This study tests whether placing a small mesh tube (stent) in a narrowed artery that supplies blood to the gut can prevent a serious complication called anastomotic leakage after colon surgery. About 360 adults aged 40 and older with a significant narrowing in that artery will be…

This study tests a new approach to prevent a serious complication called anastomotic leakage after colorectal cancer surgery. About 110 adults having surgery for colorectal cancer will either get a temporary tube placed inside the bowel (endoscopic vacuum therapy) right after sur…

This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to control pain after colorectal surgery. Fifty adults scheduled for open colorectal surgery will receive one of the two blocks. The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief and reduces the need for ad…

This study tests a device that warms and moistens the carbon dioxide gas used during laparoscopic (keyhole) colorectal surgery. The goal is to see if this reduces pain 24 hours after surgery, so patients need fewer strong painkillers. About 148 adults having colorectal surgery fo…

This study looks at whether removing a urinary catheter one day after colorectal surgery is as safe as the usual three days. The goal is to lower the chance of urinary tract infections and shorten hospital stays. About 176 adults having certain types of colorectal surgery will be…

This study compares standard pain relief (IV drugs plus wound numbing) to a combination of two nerve blocks (BAP and TAP) in 140 adults having minimally invasive left-sided colorectal surgery. The goal is to see if the nerve blocks lower pain intensity and reduce the need for opi…

This study tests whether checking for leaks in the newly connected bowel during colorectal cancer surgery can lower the risk of serious complications, especially leakage. About 264 adults having surgery will be randomly assigned to receive leak testing or not. The goal is to see …

This study looks at a common problem after bowel surgery called postoperative ileus, where the bowel temporarily stops working. About 20% of patients experience this, and it can lead to extra treatments like a feeding tube. The study will test a new scoring system called IFEED to…

This study tests a special care plan for people 65 and older who are having colorectal surgery. The goal is to see if this plan helps them recover better after leaving the hospital and reduces the chance of being readmitted. About 30 participants will take part to see if the prog…

This study tests whether a remote monitoring platform can help patients avoid readmission after colorectal surgery. About 362 adults will be randomly assigned to either 30 days of home monitoring or standard discharge care. Researchers will track hospital stays, unplanned readmis…

This study is testing whether a rapid, finger-prick blood test for C-reactive protein (CRP) can help predict a dangerous complication called anastomotic leak after planned colorectal surgery. The goal is to catch leaks earlier, reduce the need for repeated blood draws, and improv…

This study looks at whether a special nutritional drink taken for 7 days before colorectal surgery can change levels of certain amino acids in the blood. The goal is to understand how these supplements might help reduce inflammation and improve recovery. About 126 adults schedule…