Nutrition Timing After Major Abdominal Surgery

We are comparing early versus delayed nutrition support for patients recovering from major emergency abdominal surgery. The goal is to see which approach may lower the risk of infections after surgery.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Refen
Smofkabiven
Smofkabiven is a nutrition solution given through a vein that supplies calories, protein, fats, and fluids for people who cannot eat.
Smofkabiven Perifer
Smofkabiven Perifer is an intravenous nutrition solution given through a vein to provide essential calories and nutrients when people cannot eat enough.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Alanine
Alanine is an amino acid the body uses to build proteins and support energy production and blood sugar regulation.
Arginine
Arginine is an amino acid that helps the body produce nitric oxide to improve blood flow and support wound healing.
Calcium Chloride
Calcium chloride is a substance that rapidly raises blood calcium levels to treat low calcium and restore electrolyte balance.

What experimental substances are being tested?

Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.

Fish Oil
Olive Oil
Omega-3 Acids

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Aceclofen
Adarostin
Addex

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Aalborg University Hospital
Department of Surgery
Aalborg, Denmark
Aarhus University Hospital
Department of Surgery
Århus, Denmark
Copenhagen University Hospital
Department of Surgery
Frederiksberg, Denmark

Sponsor: Herlev Hospital
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.