Predicting recovery after Whipple surgery with blood tests
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial studies two blood measurements (lactate levels and a ratio of CO2 and oxygen) to see if they can predict how well you recover after a Whipple procedure. The goal is to help doctors better manage your care after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for a Whipple procedure (a surgery for pancreas problems) that is not an emergency.
- You will have an arterial line and a central venous catheter placed for monitoring during surgery.
- You do not have a severe infection or unstable blood pressure before surgery.
- You do not have severe lung disease (like COPD) or heart failure.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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