New Turbine-Powered pump could make Children's laparoscopic surgery safer
NCT ID NCT07715968
First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This trial tests a new turbine-based CO2 insufflator, a device that pumps gas into the abdomen during keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery in children. The turbine aims to keep pressure more stable than standard pumps, which may improve breathing and safety. Researchers will check if the device works as intended and compare its pressure stability to the usual insufflator. Only 12 children weighing at least 10 kg and scheduled for laparoscopic surgery will take part.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- a turbine-based CO2 insufflator device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this device could make laparoscopic surgery safer and more stable for children by maintaining steady abdominal pressure.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small feasibility trial with only 12 children, so results may not apply broadly. The device could still cause unexpected complications.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 12 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Feb 2026
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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Up to 18 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: * Weight ≥ 10 kilograms; * Laparoscopic procedure; * Intraperitoneal procedure; * Written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to use the study-specific trocar during the procedure (surgeon's assessment); * The expected time for abdominal insufflation is less than 20 minutes; * Conversion to open surgery within 10 minutes after study measurements; * Pregnancy.
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Conditions
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How to take part
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam
RECRUITINGRotterdam, South Holland, 3015 GD, Netherlands
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