appendicitis Clinical Trials
A listing of appendicitis medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area.
Found 31 clinical trials
Efficacy of Transversus Abdominis Plane Block in Alleviating Acute Appendicitis
This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) block in preoperative pain management for patients diagnosed with acute appendicitis who are scheduled for emergency surgery in the emergency department. The research seeks to assess the potential of TAP block in reducing pain intensity prior to surgical …
Appendectomy vs. Symptomatic Treatment in Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis Among Pediatric Patients
The APPSYPP trial is a randomized national multicenter feasibility superiority pilot study comparing appendectomy with symptomatic treatment in children with imaging-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis. Patients are recruited from all five Finnish university hospitals. Inclusion criteria are: 1) age 7-15 years, 2) imaging-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis (no appendicolith, perforation, abscess, or …
Magnesium Sulfate in Children Undergoing Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Magnesium sulfate is one of the most commonly used co-analgetics. Its antinociceptive effect is related to antagonizing NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate) receptors of the nervous system, has an anti-inflammatory effect by reducing the concentration of IL-6 (interleukin 6) and tumor necrosis factor alpha. In adult patients, the need for morphine in the …
Complex And Simple Appendicitis: REstrictive or Liberal Post-operative Antibiotic eXposure - UCSF
The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the safety, efficacy, and feasibility of short-course post-operative antibiotic treatment for simple and complicated appendicitis
Complex and Simple Appendicitis: REstrictive or Liberal Post-operative Antibiotic eXposure (CASA RELAX)
This prospective trial will randomize patients who have had an appendectomy to two different durations of antibiotic therapy depending on the status of the appendicitis. For simple appendicitis, patients will be randomized to peri-operative antibiotics or 24 hours duration. For complex appendicitis, patients will be randomized to 24 hours or …
Operative Versus Non-Operative Management for Appendicitis With Abscess or Phlegmon
The investigators aim to determine if early operative intervention is superior to non-operative management for adult patients with computerized tomography (CT)-proven complicated appendicitis with phlegmon or abscess.
Results of Laparoscopic Appendectomy With Application of Clips Versus Ligature for Stump Closure
This a prospective study to compare between clipping and ligation of appendicular stump in laparoscopic appendectomies regarding ;technical feasibility , post operative complications as fecal fistula and economic consideration.
Early Detection of Infection Using the Fitbit in Pediatric Surgical Patients
The purpose of this study is to analyze Fitbit data to predict infection after surgery for complicated appendicitis and the effect this prediction has on clinician decision making.
Artificial Intelligence-driven Virtual Standardized Pediatric Patients Trial
Background: China's healthcare system for children faces significant challenges, particularly due to the limited pediatric service capacity of primary healthcare institutions. A shortage of effective and accessible training tools for primary care doctors further hinders progress in addressing this gap. Technological advancements, especially in artificial intelligence, offer a potential solution …
Transumbilical Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Transumbilical laparoscopic appendectomy (TULA) is increasingly favored in the treatment of appendicitis within the realm of minimally invasive surgical approaches. This procedure offers advantages such as superior cosmetic outcomes and reduced postoperative pain. However, like all surgical interventions, it carries the inherent risk of surgical site infections (SSI), which pose …
