Gastrointestinal Dysfunction in Aortic Surgery Patients
Gastrointestinal Dysfunction in Aortic Surgery Patients
Recruiting
Observational Study
Aortic Aneurysm
Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
Aortic Diseases
Enteral Feeding Intolerance
Surgical Complication
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 114 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Instituto Nacional de Cardiologia Ignacio Chavez · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for patients who are 18 or older and have undergone surgery on the aorta. Participants will help researchers understand how gastrointestinal problems relate to recovery in intensive care after surgery.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 18 years of age or older.
- I have had surgery on my aorta.
- I need mechanical ventilation for more than 48 hours.
- I have signed the informed consent form.
You may not be able to join if
- I have pre-existing gastrointestinal issues.
- I have been diagnosed with adult congenital heart disease.
- I am currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
- I am participating in another clinical study with experimental treatment.
- I have chronic intestinal disease.
- I have had gastrointestinal problems in my nutritional screening.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The goal of this observational study is to determine the association of gastrointestinal dysfunction through the Gastrointestinal Dysfunction Scale (GIDS) tool and serum concentrations of citrulline and Intestinal fatty-acid binding protein (I-FABP) with primary \[calories received, protein received, parenteral nutrition requirement and 28-day mortality in the intensive care unit (ICU)\] and secon…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* 18 years of age or older.
* Patients after surgical interventions (elective or urgency) on the aorta with cardiopulmonary bypass.
* Invasive mechanical ventilation expected to be required more than 48 hours.
* Signed informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients under mec…
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