A Single Centre Study Comparing Continuous Interstitial Fluid Lactate Detection to Standard Measurements of Lactate in Patients Undergoing Elective Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery and/or Valve Replacement.

NCT ID: NCT06602336

Last Updated: 2026-01-07

Study Results

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

50 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-05-20

Study Completion Date

2026-05-01

Brief Summary

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The main goal of this study is to see if a wearable device can reliably track changes in lactate levels in the body. We\'ll compare the device\'s readings to standard blood tests to ensure accuracy. If successful, this device could reduce the need for frequent blood tests during surgery recovery, making patients more comfortable. It might also be useful in emergency rooms for quick diagnoses, especially for patients with chest pain.

This study will take place at Barts Hospital with patients having planned coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) and/or replacement valve surgery. Participants will wear the sensors on their upper arm, during which the sensors will continuously measure lactate levels. Participants will also have hourly blood samples taken.

In the future, the data from this new device will be used to train computer algorithms to provide quick responses that help manage a patient\'s condition, improving future medical care and technology.

Detailed Description

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Summary of the study design and methodology

The research nurse or doctor will meet with the patient to explain the study and check the following:

Pre-screening: The research nurse, who may also be part of the patient\'s direct care team, will look at the records for patients who are attending St Bartholomew's hospital for cardiac surgery for grafts and/or valve replacement.

Informed Consent: If the patient is eligible, and would like to take part in the study, the research nurse or doctor will ask the patient to sign a consent form indicating their willingness to participate in the study.

Screening: The research nurse or doctor will collect demographic information from the patient and ensure the patient meets the study's inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Sensor Application: Up to 5 days pre-surgery, the research nurse will place two lactate sensors on the patient's arm. The sensor has a 24 hour warm-up period prior to continuously measuring the patient's lactate levels.

Pre-Surgery Admission: The research nurse will gather details about the patient's medical history and current medications. The patient will have their blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, weight, and height measured, and an ECG performed. Baseline blood samples will be collected as per the standard of care pre-CABG and/or valve surgery.

CABG and/or replacement valve surgery: The patient will then undergo their planned CABG and/or replacement valve surgery as usual.

Blood Sampling: The patient will have hourly blood samples taken through the tubes inserted for their surgery for up to 14 hours to compare with the sensor readings. These samples will include 12 arterial lactate, 12 central venous lactate, and 12 venous troponin samples. Hourly measurements of the patient's blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate will be taken, and any medication changes will be noted.

Sensor Removal: Up to 48 hours post-surgery, the sensors will be removed, and the patient's skin will be checked for any changes, like a rash. The patient will also have their blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate measured, and an ECG performed. Any changes to the patient's medication will be noted.

Follow-Up: The study team will monitor the patient for up to 24 hours after the sensor is removed or until the patient is discharged from the hospital (whichever is earlier). The study team will note any medication changes, measure the patient's blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate, and perform an ECG.

Conditions

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Coronary Artery Bypass Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG) Valve Replacement Valve Surgery Cardiovascular CABG

Study Design

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Allocation Method

NA

Intervention Model

SINGLE_GROUP

Primary Study Purpose

DIAGNOSTIC

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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Investigational Lactate Device

Continuous interstitial fluid lactate monitoring using the Abbott Investigational Lactate Device

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Continuous Lactate Monitoring Device

Intervention Type DEVICE

Continuous interstitial fluid lactate monitoring using the Abbott Investigational Lactate Device.

Interventions

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Continuous Lactate Monitoring Device

Continuous interstitial fluid lactate monitoring using the Abbott Investigational Lactate Device.

Intervention Type DEVICE

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Able and willing to give informed consent
* ≥18 to ≤ 90 years old
* Successful surgery as defined by the below criteria (which will be recorded in the eCRF):

* Operative Success: The successful completion of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and/or valve insertion with grafts and/or valves
* Absence of the following complications:
* Significant bleeding requiring reoperation
* Evidence of major life-changing stroke

Exclusion Criteria

* Previous coronary artery bypass grafting
* Recent acute coronary syndrome (within 4 weeks of planned consent date)
* Heart failure with EF less than 35% (from TTE or CT from past 6 months - if both available lower value will be used).
* Chronic severe renal failure (estimated eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73m2 by the MDRD formula recorded at time of consent)
* Severe anaemia (Hb less than 10 recorded at time of consent)
* Known or suspected allergies to medical grade silicone adhesives
* Pre-existing skin condition on the upper arm where the device would be applied, including recent burns/ scalds, open wounds or clinically significant skin lesions.
* Patients with implanted medical devices such as pacemakers or other CLMs
* Severe liver cirrhosis (≥ stage III)
* Lymphoedema or pitting oedema at the time of consent
* Pregnancy
* History of ongoing malignant disease
* Hypoalbuminaemia (less than 35 g/L recorded at time of consent)
* Those lacking capacity to consent or are deemed vulnerable adults
* Unable to speak English
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

90 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Queen Mary University of London

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Responsibility Role SPONSOR

Principal Investigators

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Prof Anthony Mathur

Role: STUDY_CHAIR

Queen Mary University of London

Locations

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Barts Health

London, , United Kingdom

Site Status RECRUITING

Countries

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United Kingdom

Central Contacts

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Prof Anthony Mathur

Role: CONTACT

02037658740

Emily Kirkpatrick

Role: CONTACT

Facility Contacts

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Ruth Bowles

Role: primary

Other Identifiers

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346076

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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