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Study NCT ID:
NCT02017834
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2014-12-03
First Post:
2012-01-31
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
True
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Does the Harmonic Scalpel Reduce Blood Loss and OR Time in Major Head and Neck Cancer Surgery Undergoing Major Surgery for Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
Sponsor:
University of Calgary
Organization:
Study Overview
Official Title:
Does the Harmonic Scalpel Reduce Operating Time and Blood Loss in Patients Undergoing Major Surgery for Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma? A Prospective, Randomized Trial.
Status:
COMPLETED
Status Verified Date:
2013-12
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
HS2
Brief Summary:
The harmonic scalpel is a tool that may reduce operative blood loss. Some studies also indicate it may result in faster surgery. A recently published randomized study from our group shows the harmonic scalpel reduces blood loss in neck dissection but it did not offer any reduction in OR time. The present study investigates the utility of the harmonic scalpel in resections involving removal of oral cavity tissues as well as the neck. Oral cavity resections are especially prone to blood loss and we believe the harmonic scalpel will confer benefits in this type of surgery, potentially reducing the need for blood transfusion.
Detailed Description:
None
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
None
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?: