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Continuous Glucose MonitoringNCT06755788

Effects of Intraoperative Glycemic Management Strategies Assisted With RT-CGM on TIR and Postoperative Recovery

A study testing RT-CGM in people with Continuous Glucose Monitoring, run by Peking Union Medical College Hospital at 1 site in China.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of intraoperative blood glucose management based on real-time continuous glucose monitoring ( RT-CGM) on time in range (TIR) and postoperative recovery during pancreaticoduodenectomy. The primary outcome is intraoperative TIR. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
Conditions the study is for
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
What is being tested?
RT-CGM
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
246 participants
Where
1 siteChina
Study dates
1 Jan 2025to 9 Feb 2026
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 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age ≥ 18
  • Scheduled for pancreaticoduodenectomy
  • ASA classification I-III

Who cannot join

  • Emergency surgery
  • scheduled for MRI the day before surgery
  • Allergy to CGM sensor
  • Communication barriers or refusal to participate
  • BMI < 18.5 kg/m²

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

China1 site
  • Peking Union Medical College Hospital

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality

Other trials in China

About this study

Official title: Effects of Intraoperative Glycemic Management Strategies Assisted With RT-CGM on TIR and Postoperative Recovery During Pancreaticoduodenectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of intraoperative blood glucose management based on real-time continuous glucose monitoring ( RT-CGM) on time in range (TIR) and postoperative recovery during pancreaticoduodenectomy. The primary outcome is intraoperative TIR. Additionally, it aims to compare the differences in other glucose metrics, quality of postoperative recovery, and 30-day postoperative complications and mortality between the two glycemic management methods .

Read the detailed description

Pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) is the standard surgical procedure for treating malignancies of the pancreatic head, distal bile duct, and periampullary region. Due to its extensive scope, high demands for anastomosis, and prolonged operative time, PD is considered one of the most complex surgeries in general surgery. Perioperative management of PD presents unique challenges, particularly in glycemic control. In addition to stress-induced hyperglycemia caused by surgery, Patients with PD are more prone to perioperative glycemic disturbances compared to other surgeries. The main reasons include insulin resistance, resection of pancreatic tissue during surgery, and early postoperative nutritional support. However, perioperative glycemic management guidelines often receive limited attention. Several studies have reported low adherence to recommendations for glycemic monitoring and insulin administration among healthcare professionals. This issue is also evident during the perioperative period of PD, where demanding workloads may lead to neglect of glycemic management, and insulin therapy poses risks of hypoglycemia.

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology uses subcutaneous electrodes to monitor interstitial glucose levels electronically. RT-CGM provides continuous, comprehensive, and reliable glycemic data, capturing trends and fluctuations in glucose levels, and identifying hidden hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. It overcomes the limitations of traditional glucose monitoring, such as pain from finger pricks, delayed assessments, and an inability to reflect glucose variability. The latest diabetes guidelines in China and the United States incorporate Time in Range (TIR), derived from CGM, as a new metric for glycemic control. CGM is gradually being used in glycemic management for diabetic patients, and its efficacy and safety have been consistently demonstrated in randomized controlled trials and real-world studies. A randomized controlled trial involving 299 patients with type 2 diabetes showed that CGM improved TIR by 7.9% over 12 months compared to fingerstick glucose monitoring.

Pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) is the standard surgical procedure for treating malignancies of the pancreatic head, distal bile duct, and periampullary region. Due to its extensive scope, the high demands for anastomosis, and prolonged operative time, PD is considered one of the most complex surgeries in general surgery. Perioperative management of PD presents unique challenges, particularly in glycemic control. In addition to stress-induced hyperglycemia caused by surgery, patients undergoing PD are more susceptible to perioperative glycemic disturbances than those undergoing other types of surgery. The primary factors contributing to this include insulin resistance, the resection of pancreatic tissue during surgery, and early postoperative nutritional support. However, perioperative glycemic management guidelines often receive limited attention, with several studies reporting poor adherence to recommendations for glycemic monitoring and insulin administration among healthcare professionals. This issue is particularly evident during the perioperative period of PD, where heavy workloads may lead to neglect of glycemic management, and insulin therapy may increase the risk of hypoglycemia.

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology uses subcutaneous electrodes to electronically monitor interstitial glucose levels. Real-time CGM (RT-CGM) provides continuous, comprehensive, and reliable glycemic data, capturing glucose trends and fluctuations while identifying hidden hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. It overcomes the limitations of traditional glucose monitoring, such as pain from finger pricks, delayed assessments, and an inability to reflect glucose variability. Both China and the United States have incorporated Time in Range (TIR) from CGM data as a key metric for glycemic control in their latest diabetes guidelines. CGM is increasingly used for managing glycemia in diabetic patients, with its efficacy and safety consistently demonstrated in randomized controlled trials and real-world studies. For instance, a randomized controlled trial with 299 patients with type 2 diabetes found that CGM improved TIR by 7.9% over 12 months compared to fingerstick glucose monitoring.

In recent years, the use of CGM has expanded to hospitalized patients, and its adoption is growing in clinical settings. However, compared to medical inpatients and ICU patients, surgical patients rarely use CGM, and studies on its use during surgery are limited. CGM systems measure interstitial glucose every minute and provide real-time alerts for values outside the target range. These alerts help clinicians intervene promptly to manage perioperative hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia, minimizing risks and reducing the burden of traditional blood glucose testing on both patients and medical staff. This study explores the benefits of CGM-assisted glycemic management during PD, promoting dynamic and precise glycemic control during PD.

Being tested
RT-CGM, Control
Keywords
glycemic management, pancreaticoduodenectomy, time in range

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • RT-CGMDevice

    In the RT-CGM group, patients will wear a CGM sensor the day before surgery. Before entering the operating room, capillary blood glucose will be measured and compared with CGM interstitial glucose values for calibration. The target range for intraoperative blood glucose management is 3.9-10.0 mmol/L, with arterial blood gas measurements required at least every 2 hours. Following the administration of insulin or glucose, arterial blood gases should be retested at least every hour. RT-CGM monitoring will also be employed during surgery. A tablet in the operating room will be configured with low and high glucose alerts set at 3.9 mmol/L and 10.0 mmol/L, respectively. When an alarm is triggered, arterial blood gases will be rechecked, and glucose levels will be adjusted based on the arterial blood glucose results. If interstitial glucose values do not reach the intervention threshold, arterial blood gas measurements are recommended every 30 minutes.

  • ControlDevice

    In the control group, patients will wear a CGM sensor the day before surgery. Before entering the operating room, capillary blood glucose will be measured and compared with CGM interstitial glucose values for calibration. The target range for intraoperative blood glucose management is 3.9-10.0 mmol/L, with arterial blood gas measurements required at least every 2 hours. Following the administration of insulin or glucose, arterial blood gases should be retested at least every hour. CGM monitoring will also be employed during surgery, but the CGM interstitial glucose readings and alerts will be masked during the operation. The final intraoperative glucose management approach will be determined by the anesthesiologist, considering the patient's condition and surgical circumstances. The anesthesiologist can choose the intravenous insulin adjustment protocol we recommend.

Study groups in NCT06755788
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
RT-CGMExperimentalIntraoperative blood glucose monitoring and management based on a real-time RT-CGM system.
Receives: Device: RT-CGM
ControlOtherPatients enrolled in the control group will have the CGM sensor attached the day before surgery but the CGM , interstitial glucose readings, and alerts will be masked during the operation.
Receives: Device: Control

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Intraoperative time in range (TIR)

    Time in range (TIR) from CGM generally refers to the percentage of time that glucose levels stay within a target range (3.9-10 mmol/L)

    Measured: during surgery

Secondary outcomes (13)
  1. Intraoperative insulin dosage

    unit

    Measured: during surgery

  2. Intraoperative time above range (TAR)

    Time above range (TAR) from CGM generally refers to the percentage of time glucose levels exceed the upper limit of the target range (>180 mg/dL).

    Measured: during surgery

  3. Intraoperative time below range (TBR)

    Time below range (TBR) from CGM generally refers to the percentage of time glucose levels fall below the lower limit of the target range (<70 mg/dL).

    Measured: during surgery

  4. Intraoperative mean glucose

    The average glucose level recorded by the CGM over a specified period

    Measured: during surgery

  5. Intraoperative coefficient of variation (CV)

    Coefficient of variation (CV) from CGM generally refers to the degree of fluctuation in glucose levels, typically expressed as a percentage of the coefficient of variation.

    Measured: during surgery

  6. Postoperative time in range (TIR)

    Time in range (TIR) from CGM generally refers to the percentage of time that glucose levels stay within a target range (3.9-10 mmol/L)

    Measured: Throughout the 72 hours after surgery

  7. Postraoperative time above range (TAR)

    Time above range (TAR) from CGM generally refers to the percentage of time glucose levels exceed the upper limit of the target range (>180 mg/dL).

    Measured: Throughout the 72 hours after surgery

  8. Postoperative time below range (TBR)

    Time below range (TBR) from CGM generally refers to the percentage of time glucose levels fall below the lower limit of the target range (<70 mg/dL).

    Measured: Throughout the 72 hours after surgery

  9. Postoperative mean glucose

    The average glucose level recorded by the CGM over a specified period

    Measured: Throughout the 72 hours after surgery

  10. Postoperative coefficient of variation (CV)

    Coefficient of variation (CV) from CGM generally refers to the degree of fluctuation in glucose levels, typically expressed as a percentage of the coefficient of variation.

    Measured: Throughout the 72 hours after surgery

  11. Quality of Recovery-15 score on the third day after surgery

    Using Quality of Recovery-15 questionnaire to evaluate the quality of perioperative recovery. Quality of Recovery-15 consists of 15 comprehensive questions, including physical comfort (5 items), psychological support (2 items), physical independence (2 items), emotional state (4 items), and pain (2 items), each item is scored with 0-10 points, 0 represents poor state, 10 represents good state, and the total score ranging from 0 to 150 is the Quality of Recovery-15 score of the patient. A higher score indicates a better quality of recovery.

    Measured: on the third day after surgery

  12. The rate of surgery-related complications

    surgery-related complications including clinically relevent postoperative pancreatic fistula,bile leakage,chyle leak,postpancreatectomy hemorrhage,abdominal infection,delayed gastric emptying.

    Measured: 30 days after surgery

  13. Quality of Recovery-15 score on the 30th day after surgery

    Using Quality of Recovery-15 questionnaire to evaluate the quality of perioperative recovery. Quality of Recovery-15 consists of 15 comprehensive questions, including physical comfort (5 items), psychological support (2 items), physical independence (2 items), emotional state (4 items), and pain (2 items), each item is scored with 0-10 points, 0 represents poor state, 10 represents good state, and the total score ranging from 0 to 150 is the Quality of Recovery-15 score of the patient. A higher score indicates a better quality of recovery.

    Measured: on the 30th day after surgery

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted1 Jan 2025
  2. Study start1 Jan 2025
  3. Primary completion9 Jan 2026
  4. Study completion9 Feb 2026

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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
Supportive care
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Triple blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
246 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06755788
Sponsor's protocol ID
2023-I2M-CT-B-028
Status last verified
Dec 2024
First submitted
17 Dec 2024
Last updated
9 Jul 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing RT-CGM in people with Continuous Glucose Monitoring, run by Peking Union Medical College Hospital at 1 site in China.

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 3 inclusion and 5 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 9 Jul 2026. 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 China. 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?

Intraoperative time in range (TIR) (time frame: during surgery). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
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 9 Jul 2026.

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