Delayed gastric emptying in patients who undergo pancreaticoduodenectomy Digestive System
Conditions
Interventions
Participants will undergo Body Surface Gastric Mapping (BSGM) at multiple points in their patient journey. BSGM involves applying a multi-electrode array to the surface of the abdominal wall, which de
Sponsors
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy for malignant or benign disease of the pancreas, distal bile duct or duodenum
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Under 18 years of age 2. Previous gastric surgery 3. Post-operative complications requiring surgical intervention 4. Major wound sepsis or rash 5. History of skin allergies or extreme sensitivity to cosmetics or lotions 6. Pregnant women 7. Vulnerable groups e.g. cognitive impairment or inability to give consent
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Wave spectral (frequency and amplitude), spatial (wave directional vector) and stability (rhythm index) parameters measured using gastric Alimetry at the following timepoints: pre-operatively, day 4 postoperatively, at discharge and 6 months postoperatively. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Quality of life measured using the Patient Assessment of upper GastroIntestinal disorders-Quality of Life (PAGI QoL) questionnaire at 6 months 2. Patient satisfaction measured using a bespoke questionnaire designed by the researchers at 6 months | — |
Countries
England, United Kingdom
Contacts
Public ContactKeno Mentor
Outcome results
None listed