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Plasma anti Xa-levels in obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery and receiving low molecular weight heparins for thromboprophylaxis.

The purpose of the proposed study is to investigate the anti-Xa levels of enoxaparin in patients after bariatric surgery and to correlate these with actual body weight.

Pilot feasibility study of Ferinject® in patients with esophageal cancer

The objective of this pilot study is to investigate wether:- Increased Hb levels prior to the operation can prevent blood transfusions preoperative, blood transfusions have a negative effect on the survival of cancer patients- Treatment with…

The C-Seal study: Colorectal anastomosis protected by a biodegradable drain fixed to the anastomosis by a circular stapler: a phase II study.

The primary objective of this second phase study is to estimate the occurrence of anastomotic leakage when the C-seal is used.Secondary objectives are:* Feasibility of applying the C-seal, especially considering the improved attachement to the…

Developing an evidence-based guideline for the diagnosis and surgical treatment of children with severe gastro-esophageal reflux disease.

Developing an evidence-based guideline for the diagnosis and surgical treatment of children with severe gastro-esophageal reflux disease.

Effect of aging on metabolism and on clinical outcome after colorectal surgery. Assessment of preoperative riskfactors on postoperative morbidity and mortality.

The primary objective of this clinical survey is to investigate the difference in morbidity and mortality after elective abdominal surgery for colon or rectal carcinoma in different age groups (55-75 years and older than 75 years).and to determine…

The impact of Gender, Inactivity and Obesity on basal and postprandial muscle protein synthesis.

The main objective of the present project is to assess the impact of gender, physical inactivity, obesity, and bariatric bypass surgery on basal and postprandial muscle protein synthesis rates. This will be investigated by means of three different…

Exploring the measurability of co-responsibility over time and in context, via design interventions

This study has a strong explorative and qualitative approach and set-up. Please note that the goal of the study is to further identify possible areas for innovation for professionals, patients and their partners. The aim for this study is NOT to…

SmartCheck- Scoring Meets the ARt of Teamwork

Validate the presence and correlation of intraoperative modifiable risk factors for colorectal seam leaks.

Feasibility of Pre-emptive VACStent Placement after Ivor Lewis Esophagectomy, to Prevent Anastomotic Leakage (PREVENT feasibility study)

We aim to evaluate the technical and logistic feasibility and safety of pre-emptive VACStent placement in patients undergoing esophagectomy with gastric conduit reconstruction, to prevent anastomotic leakage by early endoscopic vacuum therapy (EVT…

Image-guided navigation during abdominal surgery

Primary Objective:Feasibility and safety of an in-house developed electromagnetic navigation system during abdominal surgery.Secondary Objectives: Evaluation of the accuracy of the system. Evaluation of possible improvements of the navigation…

THE MUSCLE POWER STUDY - surgery related muscle loss and muscle strength after complex abdominal surgery for pseudomyxoma peritonei, pancreatic, liver and colorectal cancer

The aim of this study is to investigate the amount of clinically relevant SRML (defined in this study as *5% muscle loss within one week measured by the cross sectional area (CSA) of the different muscles) in patients after major abdominal surgery…