ECO-LEAK Technique: Early Detection of Colorectal Anastomotic Leakage by Transvaginal Ultrasound
NCT ID: NCT05942209
Last Updated: 2023-07-21
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UNKNOWN
766 participants
OBSERVATIONAL
2023-04-17
2025-04-01
Brief Summary
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diagnosis of anastomotic leakage in patients undergoing colorectal anastomosis.
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Detailed Description
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In order to diagnose the presence of anastomotic leakage in female patients after colorectal anastomosis we devised this diagnostic test during the postoperative period.
The ECO-LEAK test is performed in the following sequence, after informing the patient and obtaining her consent. The patient is placed in gynaecological position/ lithotomy. Then basal transvaginal ultrasound is performed with the aim of describing the presence or absence of free fluid or other ultrasound findings (sagittal and transverse scan). Simultaneously transanal foley catheter is introduced and filled the balloon of the probe by direct visualization. Then transvaginal ultrasound with enema is performed with insertion of 180cc of serum under ultrasound vision with probe in vagina and sagittal and mid-sagittal cut. If no new free peri-anastomotic/pelvic fluid appears, the test is considered negative. If there is an appearance of pelvic free fluid (previously absent) or an increase in free fluid with respect to the baseline examination (fluid present at the beginning of the examination) peri anastomosis/pelvic, the test is considered positive.
In conclusions, anastomotic leak can occur despite a normal intraoperative anastomosis check-up. Transvaginal ultrasound associated with a transrectal enema (ECO-LEAK) performed during post operative period might represent an useful tool for anastomotic leak diagnosis. A prospective study is needed in order to determine its accuracy
Conditions
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Study Design
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PROSPECTIVE
Study Groups
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ECO-LEAK transvaginal ultrasound
A transvaginal ultrasound is performed with a transrectal enema performed routinely during 4th-6th post-operative day
ECO-LEAK transvaginal ultrasound
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day an ultrasound - ecoenema is performed. First, the Foley catheter is inserted via the transanal route with instillation of 180cc of serum under ultrasound guidance with a probe in the vagina, using a sagittal and midline cut. In case there is the appearance of free pelvic fluid (previously absent) or an increase in free fluid compared to the baseline examination (fluid present at the beginning of the examination) around the anastomosis/pelvic area, the test will be considered positive.
ECO-LEAK with CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed, along with an ecoenema.
CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed
ECO-LEAK with other diagnostic method (Computed Tomography Scan or rectoscopy)
Women with colo-rectal anastomosis with a CT-SCAN (Computed Tomography Scan) or rectoscopy image test performed routinely during 4th-6th post-operative day and a transvaginal ultrasound
ECO-LEAK transvaginal ultrasound
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day an ultrasound - ecoenema is performed. First, the Foley catheter is inserted via the transanal route with instillation of 180cc of serum under ultrasound guidance with a probe in the vagina, using a sagittal and midline cut. In case there is the appearance of free pelvic fluid (previously absent) or an increase in free fluid compared to the baseline examination (fluid present at the beginning of the examination) around the anastomosis/pelvic area, the test will be considered positive.
ECO-LEAK with CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed, along with an ecoenema.
CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed
CT-SCAN and/or rectoscopy
Women with colo-rectal anastomosis with a CT-SCAN or rectoscopy image test performed routinely during 4th-6th post-operative day
ECO-LEAK transvaginal ultrasound
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day an ultrasound - ecoenema is performed. First, the Foley catheter is inserted via the transanal route with instillation of 180cc of serum under ultrasound guidance with a probe in the vagina, using a sagittal and midline cut. In case there is the appearance of free pelvic fluid (previously absent) or an increase in free fluid compared to the baseline examination (fluid present at the beginning of the examination) around the anastomosis/pelvic area, the test will be considered positive.
ECO-LEAK with CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed, along with an ecoenema.
CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed
Interventions
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ECO-LEAK transvaginal ultrasound
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day an ultrasound - ecoenema is performed. First, the Foley catheter is inserted via the transanal route with instillation of 180cc of serum under ultrasound guidance with a probe in the vagina, using a sagittal and midline cut. In case there is the appearance of free pelvic fluid (previously absent) or an increase in free fluid compared to the baseline examination (fluid present at the beginning of the examination) around the anastomosis/pelvic area, the test will be considered positive.
ECO-LEAK with CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed, along with an ecoenema.
CT-Scan or rectoscopy
After performing the colorectal anastomosis, the patient is monitored postoperatively both clinically and analytically, with serial laboratory tests including PCR and procalcitonin. In the absence of symptoms on the 4th to 5th day, a CT scan or rectoscopy is performed
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Age between 21-99 years old
* Colorectal resection and anastomosis
* Anastomosis upper from 5 cm from anal verge
* Signed informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
* Ultralow colorectal anastomosis (\< 5 cm)
* Insufficient vaginal cuff for TV-US examination
21 Years
99 Years
FEMALE
No
Sponsors
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Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra
OTHER
Instituto de Investigación Hospital Universitario La Paz
OTHER
Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca
OTHER
Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre
OTHER
Imperial College London
OTHER
Kliniken Essen-Mitte
OTHER
Charite University, Berlin, Germany
OTHER
Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia, Columbia
OTHER_GOV
Hospital Britanico
OTHER
University of the Republic, Uruguay
OTHER
Hospital Erasto Gaertner
OTHER
Instituto de Investigacion Sanitaria La Fe
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Locations
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Hospital Universitari i Politecnic La Fe
Valencia, , Spain
Countries
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References
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Bristow RE, del Carmen MG, Kaufman HS, Montz FJ. Radical oophorectomy with primary stapled colorectal anastomosis for resection of locally advanced epithelial ovarian cancer. J Am Coll Surg. 2003 Oct;197(4):565-74. doi: 10.1016/S1072-7515(03)00478-2.
Bartl T, Schwameis R, Stift A, Bachleitner-Hofmann T, Reinthaller A, Grimm C, Polterauer S. Predictive and Prognostic Implication of Bowel Resections During Primary Cytoreductive Surgery in Advanced Epithelial Ovarian Cancer. Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2018 Nov;28(9):1664-1671. doi: 10.1097/IGC.0000000000001369.
Valenti G, Vitagliano A, Morotti M, Giorda G, Sopracordevole F, Sapia F, Lo Presti V, Chiofalo B, Forte S, Lo Presti L, Tozzi R. Risks factors for anastomotic leakage in advanced ovarian cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2022 Feb;269:3-15. doi: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.12.007. Epub 2021 Dec 13.
Lago V, Fotopoulou C, Chiantera V, Minig L, Gil-Moreno A, Cascales-Campos PA, Jurado M, Tejerizo A, Padilla-Iserte P, Malune ME, Di Donna MC, Marina T, Sanchez-Iglesias JL, Olloqui A, Garcia-Granero A, Matute L, Fornes V, Domingo S. Risk factors for anastomotic leakage after colorectal resection in ovarian cancer surgery: A multi-centre study. Gynecol Oncol. 2019 Jun;153(3):549-554. doi: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2019.03.241. Epub 2019 Apr 3.
Lago V, Segarra-Vidal B, Cappucio S, Angeles MA, Fotopoulou C, Muallem MZ, Manzanedo I, Iglesias JLS, Chacon E, Padilla-Iserte P, Fagotti A, Ferron G, Kluge L, Vargiu V, Del M, Scambia G, Minig L, Tejerizo A, Segovia MG, Cascales-Campos PA; OVA-LEAK Collaborative Group; Hervas D, Domingo S. OVA-LEAK: Prognostic score for colo-rectal anastomotic leakage in patients undergoing ovarian cancer surgery. Gynecol Oncol. 2022 Oct;167(1):22-27. doi: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2022.08.004. Epub 2022 Sep 2.
Other Identifiers
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Victor Lago Leal
Identifier Type: OTHER
Identifier Source: secondary_id
2022-837-1
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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