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NCT01728636 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2
The Use of Tranexamic Acid to Reduce Perioperative Blood Loss During High Risk Spine Fusion Surgery
A Phase 2 study, sponsored by Northwestern University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 61
- Enrollment target
NCT01728636: Completed Phase 2 study, sponsored by Northwestern University.
NCT01728636 is a Phase 2 study that has completed, run by Northwestern University. The registered enrollment target is 61 participants, below the 133-participant average among 30,622 other Phase 2 trials with a reported enrollment target (54% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01728636, a Phase 2 study, has completed, sponsored by Northwestern University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 61 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine if tranexamic acid reduces perioperative blood loss and red blood cell transfusion during high risk spine surgery.
Primary Outcome
Total red blood cells transfused in the intraoperative period in (mL). Total RBC equal packed red blood cells and cell saver infusion.
Interventions
- DRUG Tranexamic Acid
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 61 participants |
| Start Date | 2013-01-15 |
| Est. Completion | 2017-12-30 |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
What the finished NCT01728636 record still lists
NCT01728636 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 61 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 133-participant average among 30,622 other Phase 2 trials with a reported enrollment target (54% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Tranexamic Acid is the first listed.
NCT01728636 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01728636 about?
NCT01728636 is a clinical study titled "The Use of Tranexamic Acid to Reduce Perioperative Blood Loss During High Risk Spine Fusion Surgery". The purpose of this study is to determine if tranexamic acid reduces perioperative blood loss and red blood cell transfusion during high risk spine surgery.
What is the current status of trial NCT01728636?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 61 participants. The study started on 2013-01-15. Estimated completion is 2017-12-30.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01728636?
The interventions under investigation include: Tranexamic Acid (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01728636?
This trial is sponsored by Northwestern University, which has 1,209 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT01728636's enrollment target sits among peer trials
61 1026th of 2000 higher than 974 of 2,000 other Phase 2 trials
participants (enrollment target), bucketed by value
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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