NCT07662642 Timing of Recruitment Maneuver in Robotic Prostate Surgery
| NCT ID | NCT07662642 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Ankara University |
| Condition | Robotic Surgery |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 86 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-05-09 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-07-15 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 86 participants in total. It began in 2026-05-09 with a primary completion date of 2026-07-15.
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Brief Summary
Robotic prostate surgery is commonly performed under general anesthesia with carbon dioxide pneumoperitoneum and steep Trendelenburg positioning. These conditions may reduce lung volumes, impair respiratory mechanics, and increase the risk of atelectasis and postoperative pulmonary complications. Recruitment maneuvers combined with individualized positive end-expiratory pressure may improve intraoperative oxygenation and lung compliance; however, the optimal timing of recruitment maneuver application in robotic prostate surgery remains unclear. This prospective randomized study aims to compare the effects of recruitment maneuver timing on postoperative pulmonary complications in adult patients undergoing elective robotic prostate surgery. Participants will be randomized into two groups. In the Supine Recruitment Group, the recruitment maneuver will be performed before carbon dioxide insufflation while the patient is in the supine position, followed by individualized PEEP determination. In the Trendelenburg Recruitment Group, the recruitment maneuver will be performed after pneumoperitoneum and Trendelenburg positioning, followed by individualized PEEP determination. Patients will be evaluated for postoperative pulmonary complications up to postoperative 72 hours or until discharge, whichever occurs first.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients scheduled for elective robotic prostate surgery * Age 18 years or older * Body mass index between 18 and 35 kg/m² * No cognitive impairment * Ability to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Age younger than 18 years * Emergency surgery * Preoperative oxygen requirement * Cognitive impairment * Refusal to participate in the study
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07662642 clinical trial?
This trial is open to male participants only, aged 18 Years or older, studying Robotic Surgery. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07662642 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07662642 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Ankara University to inquire about joining.
Where is the NCT07662642 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07662642 clinical trial?
NCT07662642 is sponsored by Ankara University. The trial plans to enroll 86 participants.