Simple blood test may forecast post-surgery sickness in kids
NCT ID NCT07148063
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study checks if certain blood markers of inflammation can predict nausea and vomiting in children after orchiopexy (surgery for undescended testicles). Researchers will measure these markers before surgery in 170 children aged 1-8 and track who gets sick afterward. No drugs or treatments are being tested—just looking for a link that could help doctors plan better care.
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 identify children at higher risk for post-surgery nausea and vomiting, allowing for better preventive care.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for a link, so it won't directly improve outcomes. Results may not apply to other surgeries or age groups.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 170 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Children aged 1-8 years with ASA physical status I-II who are scheduled to undergo elective orchiopexy under general anaesthesia
- Ages
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1 year to 8 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged between 1 and 8 years * Patients with ASA physical status I-II * Patients scheduled for elective orchiopexy * Obtained written informed consent from parents/guardians Exclusion Criteria: * Patients younger than 1 year or older than 8 years * Patients with ASA physical status III or higher * Presence of acute infection signs * History of previous nausea or vomiting
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Conditions
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
RECRUITINGAltındağ, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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