CompletedPhase 4

Improved Adherence With Extended Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis After Major Cancer Surgery

Canada53 participantsStarted 2021-02-22

Plain-language summary

This is a prospective, twin-center, cohort study in patients discharged from the hospital after major abdominal or pelvic cancer surgery for cancer. This study is designed to evaluate the adherence to extended deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis (DVT) with the direct oral anticoagulant apixaban on the background of historical data from the investigator's center on low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) substandard adherence in the same setting.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients of at least 18 years of age, discharged after hepato-biliary, colorectal or gynecology-oncology abdominal/pelvic surgery (laparoscopic or open) for cancer and considered at increased risk for VTE (e.g. previous history of VTE, residual cancer, slow mobilization, obesity, comorbidities). * Written informed consent obtained. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient unable to take tablets, even if crushed. * Active bleeding. * Venous thromboembolism diagnosed during the hospitalization. * Severe hepatic impairment (Child Pugh class C). * Severe renal failure on dialysis or with calculated creatinine clearance \<15 mL/min. * Platelet count \<50·109/L. * Concomitant treatment with azole-antimycotics, e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, or posaconazole, and HIV protease inhibitors, e.g., ritonavir.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Filled prescription

Timeframe: 1 week

At least 80% adherence

Timeframe: 30 days

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04479579

SponsorMcMaster University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2021-10-31

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