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Age: 18Years +
All Genders
ID06824623

Multicenter Prospective Observational Study to Prevent Readmission and Dehydration in Patients With Elective Ileostomy After Colorectal Surgery

Led by Multidisciplinary Italian Study group for STOmas (MISSTO) · Updated on 2025-06-11

300

Participants Needed

7

Research Sites

26 weeks

Total Duration

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Sponsors

M

Multidisciplinary Italian Study group for STOmas (MISSTO)

Lead Sponsor

C

Convatec Limited

Collaborating Sponsor

AI-Summary

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to assess how well the Dehydration Readmission After Ileostomy Prediction (DRIP) score is used and how often its recommended care steps are applied to prevent dehydration and hospital readmissions in patients who have an ileostomy after elective colorectal surgery. The study focuses on patients at risk of dehydration, a common complication after ileostomy due to fluid loss through the stoma, which can lead to serious health issues and readmission. The study is prospective and observational, involving multiple Italian colorectal surgical centers. Patients undergoing ileostomy creation after elective colorectal resection will be observed for adherence to the DRIP scoring system and its preventive care protocol. The DRIP score categorizes patients into five risk levels from very low to very high, guiding different interventions such as pre-discharge education, intravenous fluids at home, antidiarrheal medications, nursing follow-up, phone check-ins, and outpatient visits with blood tests. Data collection will occur from May 2025 to April 2026, with a six-month follow-up period. Participants will have their clinical data recorded, including stoma care details, hydration status, creatinine levels, and post-discharge care measures. Researchers will track the application of DRIP scores, adherence to care strategies, and readmission rates at 30, 90, and 180 days. Data will be entered securely and analyzed to identify factors influencing readmission and dehydration. The study aims to improve patient outcomes by optimizing dehydration prevention and reducing hospital readmissions after ileostomy surgery.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Readmission and Dehydration Prevention in Patients With Elective Ileostomy

Who Can Participate

Age: 18Years +
All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • All patients with elective ileostomy performed during the study period for benign or malignant colorectal disease
  • Age > 18 years
  • Written consent
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Emergency surgery
  • Other ostomy than ileostomy

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 screening and enrollment visit

Monitoring

Duration - Up to 6 months from enrollment

Participants who undergo ileostomy creation are observed to evaluate risk factors, hydration status, and readmission rates using the DRIP scoring system. Data on post-operative care and complications are collected.

Post-discharge clinic follow-up within 14 days and additional outpatient assessments as needed

Long-term Monitoring

Duration - 6 months follow-up after recruitment ends

Participants continue to be observed for up to 6 months following discharge to monitor readmission, hydration status, and complications related to ileostomy care.

Home nursing and phone follow-ups at least 3 times a week for high-risk participants; outpatient follow-ups with laboratory tests as applicable

Trial Site Locations

Total: 7 locations

1

ASST Ovest Milanese, Ospedale di Legnano

Legnano, Italy, Italy

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2

Luigi Sacco University Hospital

Milan, Italy, Italy

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3

Università degli Studi Milano-Bicocca, Ospedale San Gerardo

Monza, Italy, Italy

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4

University of Palermo, "Paolo Giaccone" University Hospital

Palermo, Italy, Italy, 90133

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5

Ospedale Santa Maria della Misericordia

Rovigo, Italy, Italy

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6

ASST Nord Milano, Ospedale Città di Sesto San Giovanni

Sesto San Giovanni, Italy, Italy

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7

IRCCS Policlinico di Bologna

Bologna, Italy

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Research Team

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Francesco Ferrara, MD

D

Dario Parini, MD

How is the study designed?

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Masking

N/A

Allocation

N/A

Model

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Primary Purpose

N/A

Number of Arms

1

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