Gall Bladder Stone in CirrhoticsCLCNCT01009450
Clipless Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Using Harmonic Scalpel in Cirrhotic Patients a Prospective Randomized Study
A study testing LC was done using traditional method and LC was done using harmonic ACE in people with Gall Bladder Stone in Cirrhotics, run by Mansoura University at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
This study included group (A) (60 patients with liver cirrhosis and complaining of gall stone) in whom LC was done using traditional method (TM) by clipping both cystic duct and artery and dissection of gall bladder from liver bed by diathermy, and group (B) (60 patients with liver cirrhosis and complaining of gall… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 15 to 80 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Gall Bladder Stone in Cirrhotics
- What is being tested?
- LC was done using traditional method and LC was done using harmonic ACE
- Type of treatment
- Surgery or procedure
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 120 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- Aug 2008to Oct 2009
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 15 to 80 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- patients with liver cirrhosis with symptomatic gall bladder stone
Who cannot join
- patients above 80 years old,
- patients with history of upper laparotomy,
- patients with common bile duct stones
- and pregnant females.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
This study included group (A) (60 patients with liver cirrhosis and complaining of gall stone) in whom LC was done using traditional method (TM) by clipping both cystic duct and artery and dissection of gall bladder from liver bed by diathermy, and group (B) (60 patients with liver cirrhosis and complaining of gall stone) LC was done using harmonic scalpel (HS) closure and division of both cystic duct, artery and dissection of gall bladder from liver bed by harmonic scalpel. The Intraoperative and postoperative parameters were collected included duration of operation, postoperative pain, and complications.
Read the detailed description
Under general anesthesia, and same antibiotics (3rd generation cephalosporin) Surgery was performed using conventional four ports umbilical port, port below xiphoid and two ports below right costal margin. Pneumoperitoneum at pressure 12 mmHg was used.
In group (A) LC was done using traditional method by dissection of calot's triangle and clipping of both cystic duct and artery by metal clips. Then dissection of gall bladder from its bed by hook using electrocautery technique. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch.
In group (B) LC was done using harmonic ACE (Ethicon Endo-Surgery) by dissection of calot's and then occlusion of both cystic duct and artery using harmonic ACE. For closure of and division of cystic pedicle we set the instrument at a power 2 i.e. more coagulation. And when dissecting the gall bladder from the bed we set it to the level 5 i.e. more cutting power. And control of any bleeding from the bed using the active blade of harmonic ACE. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch.
The Intraoperative parameter observed included duration of the operation, bile escape and volume of blood loss were recorded The patients started oral feeding 8 h postoperatively; abdominal ultrasound was done for all patients in both groups on day of discharge to show any collection or free fluid in the abdomen. The patients were usually discharged after removal of drain, and when the patient surgically free.
Postoperative pain was evaluated at 12 h, 24h, 48, 1 w after operation using a visual analog scale (VAS)
- Conditions
- Gall Bladder Stone in Cirrhotics
- Being tested
- LC was done using traditional method, LC was done using harmonic ACE
- Keywords
- cirrhotic liver, gall bladder stone
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
LC was done using traditional methodProcedure or surgery
Also called traditional laparoscopic cholecystectomy
LC was done using traditional method by dissection of calot's triangle and clipping of both cystic duct and artery by metal clips. Then dissection of gall bladder from its bed by hook using electrocautery technique. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch.
LC was done using harmonic ACEProcedure or surgery
Also called clipless laparoscopic cholecystectomy
LC was done using harmonic ACE (Ethicon Endo-Surgery) by dissection of calot's and then occlusion of both cystic duct and artery using harmonic ACE. For closure of and division of cystic pedicle we set the instrument at a power 2 i.e. more coagulation. And when dissecting the gall bladder from the bed we set it to the level 5 i.e. more cutting power. And control of any bleeding from the bed using the active blade of harmonic ACE. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| LC was done using traditional method | Active comparator | LC was done using traditional method by dissection of calot's triangle and clipping of both cystic duct and artery by metal clips. Then dissection of gall bladder from its bed by hook using electrocautery technique. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch. Receives: Procedure: LC was done using traditional method |
| LC was done using harmonic ACE | Active comparator | LC was done using harmonic ACE (Ethicon Endo-Surgery) by dissection of calot's and then occlusion of both cystic duct and artery using harmonic ACE. For closure of and division of cystic pedicle we set the instrument at a power 2 i.e. more coagulation. And when dissecting the gall bladder from the bed we set it to the level 5 i.e. more cutting power. And control of any bleeding from the bed using the active blade of harmonic ACE. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch. Receives: Procedure: LC was done using harmonic ACE |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
time of operation,pain,and bleeding
Measured: 14 days postoperative
Secondary outcomes (1)
complications
Measured: 30 days postoperative
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted6 Nov 2009 (estimated)
- Study startAug 2008
- Primary completionOct 2009
- Study completionOct 2009
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (6)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Gall Bladder Stone in CirrhoticsStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 120 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Mansoura University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Investigators
- ayman el nakeeb, MD, Principal investigator, Mansoura University Hospital
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT01009450
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- clipless cholecystectomy
- Acronym
- CLC
- Status last verified
- Nov 2009
- First submitted
- 5 Nov 2009
- Last updated
- 6 Nov 2009
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
Publications
Kandil T, El Nakeeb A, El Hefnawy E. Comparative study between clipless laparoscopic cholecystectomy by harmonic scalpel versus conventional method: a prospective randomized study. J Gastrointest Surg. 2010 Feb;14(2):323-8. doi: 10.1007/s11605-009-1039-8. Epub 2009 Oct 31.
PubMed 19882194El-Awadi S, El-Nakeeb A, Youssef T, Fikry A, Abd El-Hamed TM, Ghazy H, Foda E, Farid M. Laparoscopic versus open cholecystectomy in cirrhotic patients: a prospective randomized study. Int J Surg. 2009 Feb;7(1):66-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2008.10.013. Epub 2008 Oct 26.
PubMed 19028148Ji W, Li LT, Wang ZM, Quan ZF, Chen XR, Li JS. A randomized controlled trial of laparoscopic versus open cholecystectomy in patients with cirrhotic portal hypertension. World J Gastroenterol. 2005 Apr 28;11(16):2513-7. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v11.i16.2513.
PubMed 15832428Dery L, Galambos Z, Kupcsulik P, Lukovich P. [Cirrhosis and cholelithiasis. Laparoscopic or open cholecystectomy?]. Orv Hetil. 2008 Nov 9;149(45):2129-34. doi: 10.1556/OH.2008.28450. Hungarian.
PubMed 18977740Vu T, Aguilo R, Marshall NC. Clipless technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy using the harmonic scalpel. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2008 Oct;90(7):612. doi: 10.1308/rcsann.2008.90.7.612a. No abstract available.
PubMed 18831871Bessa SS, Al-Fayoumi TA, Katri KM, Awad AT. Clipless laparoscopic cholecystectomy by ultrasonic dissection. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2008 Aug;18(4):593-8. doi: 10.1089/lap.2007.0227.
PubMed 18721011
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 6 Nov 2009. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Clipless Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Using Harmonic Scalpel in Cirrhotic Patients a Prospective Randomized Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT01009450
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- CLC / clipless cholecystectomy
- Conditions
- Gall Bladder Stone in Cirrhotics
- Keywords
- cirrhotic liver, gall bladder stone
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 120 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Mansoura UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- Aug 2008
- Primary completion
- Oct 2009 (actual)
- Study completion
- Oct 2009 (actual)
- First posted
- 6 Nov 2009 (estimated)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study included group (A) (60 patients with liver cirrhosis and complaining of gall stone) in whom LC was done using traditional method (TM) by clipping both cystic duct and artery and dissection of gall bladder from liver bed by diathermy, and group (B) (60 patients with liver cirrhosis and complaining of gall stone) LC was done using harmonic scalpel (HS) closure and division of both cystic duct, artery and dissection of gall bladder from liver bed by harmonic scalpel. The Intraoperative and postoperative parameters were collected included duration of operation, postoperative pain, and complications.
Detailed description
Under general anesthesia, and same antibiotics (3rd generation cephalosporin) Surgery was performed using conventional four ports umbilical port, port below xiphoid and two ports below right costal margin. Pneumoperitoneum at pressure 12 mmHg was used.
In group (A) LC was done using traditional method by dissection of calot's triangle and clipping of both cystic duct and artery by metal clips. Then dissection of gall bladder from its bed by hook using electrocautery technique. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch.
In group (B) LC was done using harmonic ACE (Ethicon Endo-Surgery) by dissection of calot's and then occlusion of both cystic duct and artery using harmonic ACE. For closure of and division of cystic pedicle we set the instrument at a power 2 i.e. more coagulation. And when dissecting the gall bladder from the bed we set it to the level 5 i.e. more cutting power. And control of any bleeding from the bed using the active blade of harmonic ACE. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch.
The Intraoperative parameter observed included duration of the operation, bile escape and volume of blood loss were recorded The patients started oral feeding 8 h postoperatively; abdominal ultrasound was done for all patients in both groups on day of discharge to show any collection or free fluid in the abdomen. The patients were usually discharged after removal of drain, and when the patient surgically free.
Postoperative pain was evaluated at 12 h, 24h, 48, 1 w after operation using a visual analog scale (VAS)
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| LC was done using traditional method | Active comparator | Procedure: LC was done using traditional methodLC was done using traditional method by dissection of calot's triangle and clipping of both cystic duct and artery by metal clips. Then dissection of gall bladder from its bed by hook using electrocautery technique. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch. |
| LC was done using harmonic ACE | Active comparator | Procedure: LC was done using harmonic ACELC was done using harmonic ACE (Ethicon Endo-Surgery) by dissection of calot's and then occlusion of both cystic duct and artery using harmonic ACE. For closure of and division of cystic pedicle we set the instrument at a power 2 i.e. more coagulation. And when dissecting the gall bladder from the bed we set it to the level 5 i.e. more cutting power. And control of any bleeding from the bed using the active blade of harmonic ACE. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 15 to 80 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- patients with liver cirrhosis with symptomatic gall bladder stone
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- patients above 80 years old,
- patients with history of upper laparotomy,
- patients with common bile duct stones
- and pregnant females.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| LC was done using traditional methodAlso: traditional laparoscopic cholecystectomyLC was done using traditional method by dissection of calot's triangle and clipping of both cystic duct and artery by metal clips. Then dissection of gall bladder from its bed by hook using electrocautery technique. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch. | Procedure or surgery | LC was done using traditional method |
| LC was done using harmonic ACEAlso: clipless laparoscopic cholecystectomyLC was done using harmonic ACE (Ethicon Endo-Surgery) by dissection of calot's and then occlusion of both cystic duct and artery using harmonic ACE. For closure of and division of cystic pedicle we set the instrument at a power 2 i.e. more coagulation. And when dissecting the gall bladder from the bed we set it to the level 5 i.e. more cutting power. And control of any bleeding from the bed using the active blade of harmonic ACE. Finally we insert abdominal drain in Morrison pouch. | Procedure or surgery | LC was done using harmonic ACE |
Primary outcome
time of operation,pain,and bleeding
Time frame: 14 days postoperative
1 secondary outcome
complications
Time frame: 30 days postoperative
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 6 Nov 2009.
- Results publication: PubMed 19882194Kandil T, El Nakeeb A, El Hefnawy E. Comparative study between clipless laparoscopic cholecystectomy by harmonic scalpel versus conventional method: a prospective randomized study. J Gastrointest Surg. 2010 Feb;14(2):323-8. doi: 10.1007/s11605-009-1039-8. Epub 2009 Oct 31.
- Results publication: PubMed 19028148El-Awadi S, El-Nakeeb A, Youssef T, Fikry A, Abd El-Hamed TM, Ghazy H, Foda E, Farid M. Laparoscopic versus open cholecystectomy in cirrhotic patients: a prospective randomized study. Int J Surg. 2009 Feb;7(1):66-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2008.10.013. Epub 2008 Oct 26.
- Results publication: PubMed 15832428Ji W, Li LT, Wang ZM, Quan ZF, Chen XR, Li JS. A randomized controlled trial of laparoscopic versus open cholecystectomy in patients with cirrhotic portal hypertension. World J Gastroenterol. 2005 Apr 28;11(16):2513-7. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v11.i16.2513.
- Results publication: PubMed 18977740Dery L, Galambos Z, Kupcsulik P, Lukovich P. [Cirrhosis and cholelithiasis. Laparoscopic or open cholecystectomy?]. Orv Hetil. 2008 Nov 9;149(45):2129-34. doi: 10.1556/OH.2008.28450. Hungarian.
- Results publication: PubMed 18831871Vu T, Aguilo R, Marshall NC. Clipless technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy using the harmonic scalpel. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2008 Oct;90(7):612. doi: 10.1308/rcsann.2008.90.7.612a. No abstract available.
- Results publication: PubMed 18721011Bessa SS, Al-Fayoumi TA, Katri KM, Awad AT. Clipless laparoscopic cholecystectomy by ultrasonic dissection. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2008 Aug;18(4):593-8. doi: 10.1089/lap.2007.0227.
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
ayman el nakeeb, MD principal investigator
Mansoura University Hospital
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing LC was done using traditional method and LC was done using harmonic ACE in people with Gall Bladder Stone in Cirrhotics, run by Mansoura University at 1 site in Egypt.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 6 Nov 2009. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
time of operation,pain,and bleeding (time frame: 14 days postoperative). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT01009450, which also lists 6 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 6 Nov 2009.