Major Vascular Injuries in Elective Thoracic Surgery: A 10-Year Single-Center Experience

This study retrospectively examines major vascular injuries that occurred during elective thoracic surgeries over a 10-year period at a single tertiary care center. Although these injuries are rare, they can lead to life-threatening complications. The study aims to determine how often these injuries happen, what causes them, and how they are managed during surgery. It also evaluates the role of preoperative imaging and planning, including cardiovascular surgery team involvement, in preventing or managing these events. The findings are intended to help improve surgical safety and guide future preventive strategies.

NCT Number	NCT07100509
Lead Sponsor	Caner İşevi, MD
Conditions	Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Injury, Intraoperative Complications
Enrollment	11 participants
Start Date	2015-01-01
Primary Completion	2024-12-31 (estimated)
Study Completion	2024-12-31 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-24