Ultrasound for Assessment of Intra-Abdominal Blood Loss After Gynecological Surgery

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Conditions studied: Post-Operative Hematoma at Operative Site (Diagnosis), Post-Operative Hemorrhage

In brief

This is a prospective cohort study designed to assess intra-abdominal blood volume and hemodynamic status by measuring the diameter of the inferior vena cava (IVC) using 3D and Doppler ultrasound within 24 hours after gynecological surgery. The study will examine the association between these ultrasound findings and postoperative outcomes, including hemoglobin drop, need for blood transfusion, pain, infection, and length of hospitalization. Approximately 250 women undergoing laparotomy, laparoscopy, or vaginal surgery at Holy Family Hospital will be enrolled. The study also aimed to define postoperative normograms for fluid volume and IVC parameters and to evaluate whether ultrasound-guided decision-making could improve postoperative care and reduce unnecessary interventions.

Key facts

Study ID: NCT06953141
Run by: Holy Family Hospital, Nazareth, Israel
People needed: 250
Starts: 2025-05-08
Expected to finish: 2026-12-15
Last updated by the study team: 2026-04-13

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 70. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

Women aged 18 years and older
Undergoing gynecological surgery including laparotomy, laparoscopy, and vaginal pelvic surgery
Able to provide informed consent

You may not qualify if…

Undergoing minor procedures (e.g., dilation and curettage, hysteroscopy, or cervical conization)
Known preoperative coagulation disorders
Postoperative admission to the intensive care unit (ICU)
Clinical indication requiring ultrasound as part of standard postoperative care

Where it is running

Holy Family hospital, Nazareth — Nazareth, Israel (enrolling)

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