Predictors of Morbidity in Perforation Peritonitis: A Prospective Observational Study From a Tertiary Care Centre in North India

Completed

• Conditions: Peritonitis Infectious, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Surgical Infection, Postoperative Complications

• Registration Number: NCT07047911
• Lead Sponsor: Government Medical College, Patiala

Brief Summary

This is a prospective observational cohort study conducted at a tertiary care hospital in North India. The study aims to evaluate clinical and biochemical predictors of postoperative morbidity in patients undergoing emergency laparotomy for gastrointestinal perforation peritonitis. Data on patient demographics, comorbidities, surgical timing, renal function, and complications were collected and analyzed to identify factors associated with increased morbidity. The findings are expected to support early risk stratification and improved clinical management of surgical emergencies.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2014-03-10
• Primary Completion: 2016-03-01
• Study Completion: 2016-05-10
• Status Verified: 2025-06
• Study First Submitted: 2025-06-24
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-06-24
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-06-24
• Study First Posted: 2025-07-02
• Last Update Posted: 2025-07-02

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 50

Inclusion Criteria

• Adults (>18 years) with gastrointestinal perforation-induced peritonitis

Exclusion Criteria

• Primary peritonitis, anastomotic leaks, refusal of surgery, or patients discharged against medical advice

Study & Design

• Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Post operative morbidity	30 days