The Use of Indocyanine Green to Visualize Blood Flow to the Gastrojejunostomy During Bariatric Surgery.

Launched by UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK, TORONTO · Aug 9, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a special imaging technique called NIF imaging to help doctors see blood flow to the stomach and intestines during a specific weight-loss surgery called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The main goal is to determine if this method can help reduce problems like ulcers, leaks, and narrowing of the connection between the stomach and intestines after surgery.

If you are over 18, eligible for bariatric surgery in Ontario, and willing to follow up with the program for behavioral and dietary changes, you might qualify to participate. Participants will receive the usual care for their surgery, along with this additional imaging technique to ensure everything is functioning well. It's important to note that those with certain allergies, ongoing substance abuse, or specific medical conditions may not be able to join the study. Overall, this trial aims to improve surgical outcomes and long-term health for those undergoing bariatric surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Capacity to provide informed consent.
• • Over the Age of 18.
• • Eligible for bariatric surgery in Ontario and deemed an appropriate candidate for RYGB surgery by the bariatric program.
• • Commit to follow-up within the bariatric program, including behavioral and dietary modifications designed to aid in sustained weight-loss.
• • Treatment of marginal ulcer with the revisional surgery.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Not willing to participate in study
• • Contraindication to, or not planned to undergo RYGB
• • Known allergy to indocyanine green or Sodium Iodide
• • Is participant pregnant or planning to get pregnant in next two years
• • Ongoing substance abuse or active smoking
• • Bleeding diathesis or Coagulopathy
• • Unwilling to take PPI medication Post operatively