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This is a Pre-Registered Trial study.

Improved Care After Esophagectomy Using an Algorithm for Postoperative Complications (Rescue Trial): Study Protocol for a Nationwide, Cluster-Randomized Trial

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Cluster-randomized trial evaluates a standardized algorithm's effect on postoperative complications, suggesting potential improvements in care.

Standardized postoperative care showed a potential reduction in severe complications after esophagectomy, emphasizing early intervention.
The primary outcome measure, incidence of severe complications graded ≥ 3b, will be assessed at 90 days post-surgery.
This nationwide, cluster-randomized trial will enroll 1050 patients across 14 centers to evaluate the care algorithm's efficacy.
Findings may support improved care quality, highlighting the need for standardized protocols in esophageal cancer treatment.

Lemmens et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cluster-randomized trial evaluates a standardized algorithm's effect on postoperative complications, suggesting potential improvements in care.