Clinical trials
Cardiac Surgery Patients clinical trials
Below are recruiting cardiac surgery patients clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 382 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04215731RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo plus targeted drug before surgery for high-risk rectal cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy (mFOLFOXIRI) plus bevacizumab before surgery for rectal cancer that has higher-risk features. It aims to shrink or control the cancer early to improve outcomes after treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06635980RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation before or after breast cancer surgery
This trial compares two ways of giving radiation for breast cancer that has not spread: before or after surgery. It aims to see if giving radiation first might work as well or better.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT02817360RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing heart events in people with type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a heart-focused prevention approach to lower the risk of cardiac (heart) events in adults with type 2 diabetes. It may help by targeting early stress on the heart measured with a specific blood test.
Mödling, Lower AustriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07827183Recruiting
Personalized discharge help for lung cancer surgery patients
This study tests a personalized discharge education program using AI to help patients recover at home after lung cancer surgery. The goal is to improve recovery by giving tailored instructions and support.
Siping, JilinAges 18–80 - NCT07803601Recruiting
Magnesium through the vein to reduce inflammation after colon cancer surgery
This study tests whether giving magnesium through an IV during colon cancer surgery can lower the body's inflammation afterward, which may help you recover more smoothly. It is for people having open surgery for colon cancer.
Cairo, AbbassiaAges 35–75 - NCT07651722Recruiting
Pain control and gut recovery after abdominal surgery
This trial tests a combination of two pain-management approaches—a long-acting numbing medicine injected near nerves and a self-administered opioid—to see if they help your gut function better and control pain after bowel or colon surgery.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07591987Recruiting
Breathing Techniques to Reduce Shortness of Breath After Heart Surgery
This study tests whether special breathing exercises can help reduce shortness of breath and improve heart and lung function in patients recovering from open-heart surgery. You would learn and practice these breathing techniques before and after your surgery.
Baghdad, Baghdad GovernorateAges 18–75 - NCT07515508Recruiting
Understanding heart failure patterns in hospitalized patients
This study investigates different types of acute heart failure in hospitalized patients to better understand their condition and improve treatment. Researchers will use multiple imaging and testing methods to create a detailed picture of each patient's heart failure.
Bad KrozingenAges 18 years+ - NCT07482943RecruitingPhase 4
Dapagliflozin for heart function after Fontan procedure
This trial tests whether dapagliflozin, a diabetes drug that also helps the heart, can improve exercise ability and heart function in people who have had the Fontan procedure for a single ventricle heart defect.
Hong KongAges 12 years+ - NCT07261904Recruiting
Study of a medical tattoo for nipple reconstruction
This trial tests a medical tattoo called BIOCHROMADERM® for women or men who need a nipple-areola tattoo after breast reconstruction surgery. It checks if the tattoo is safe and works well.
LilleAges 18 years+ - NCT06986967Recruiting
Comparing Blood Flow Methods During Aortic Arch Surgery
This study compares two methods of supplying blood to the brain during surgery on the main artery from the heart (aorta) and the aortic arch. It may help determine the safest way to protect the brain during cooling and surgery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06881550Enrolling by invitation
Herbal medicine study for women after breast cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a Chinese herbal medicine (Shenbailing granules) can help improve energy and blood health in women recovering from breast cancer surgery.
Shenyang, Chian/LiaoningAges 18–75 - NCT06730009RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
NK cell therapy after surgery for pancreatic or bile duct cancer
This trial tests whether adding natural killer (NK) cell therapy to standard chemotherapy after surgery can help prevent pancreatic or bile duct cancer from coming back. It is for patients who have had their tumor completely removed and are now ready for adjuvant chemotherapy.
TainanAges 18 years+ - NCT06359106RecruitingPhase 4
Oxygen levels and lung health in older surgical patients
This trial tests whether a lower or higher oxygen concentration during surgery can help protect lung function in older adults. It focuses on people 65 and older having laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 65 years+ - NCT06297265Recruiting
Gentle breast massage after lumpectomy for breast cancer
This trial studies whether a special gentle massage technique (manual lymphatic drainage) can help women who have had breast-conserving surgery and will receive whole breast radiation. The goal is to see if it reduces side effects and improves recovery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06196307Recruiting
Early warning system for sudden chest pain
This trial is for people who come to the emergency room with new or worsening chest pain not caused by an injury. It aims to build an early warning system to better classify and treat chest pain.
Beijing, ChaoyangAges 18 years+ - NCT06180356RecruitingPhase 2
Niraparib after surgery for ovarian cancer with limited spread
This trial is testing a second course of niraparib (a PARP inhibitor) after surgery for ovarian cancer that has come back in just a few spots. It aims to see if restarting niraparib can help keep the cancer from coming back again.
A CoruñaAges 18 years+ - NCT07420088Recruiting
Seasonal activity in heart failure with a heart device
This trial studies how physical activity changes with the seasons in people with heart failure who have a pacemaker or defibrillator. It aims to help doctors understand how to better support your activity levels throughout the year.
ÇorumAges 18 years+ - NCT05934409Recruiting
Measuring body-fat storage after bariatric surgery
This study looks at how body fat is stored and how that may relate to early improvements in diabetes and heart/liver health after bariatric surgery. It may help researchers understand why some people recover faster and which body changes matter.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT04024917Recruiting
Cardiac coherence training to reduce anxiety before abdominal surgery
This trial tests whether “cardiac coherence” breathing/relaxation practice can lower anxiety in people with peritoneal cancer who are scheduled for a major surgery. It may help by calming stress before and around the operation.
Montpellier, HéraultAges 18 years+ - NCT07572435Recruiting
Remote Heart Exercise Program for Kids With Heart Surgery
This study tests whether kids aged 8–18 who had complex heart surgery can safely improve their fitness and well-being using exercise activities at home through a mobile app or video. The goal is to help them become more active after surgery.
SeoulAges 8–18 - NCT07592494Recruiting
Arm Exercise Training for Heart Failure With Device
This study compares different types of arm exercises for people with heart failure who have a pacemaker or defibrillator implanted. The goal is to see which exercise approach best improves how well your arms function and help you stay active.
ÇorumAges 18 years+ - NCT05255471RecruitingPhase 3
Olaparib after surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer
This trial tests whether olaparib (a pill cancer medicine) works better than standard platinum chemotherapy after a second surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer. It’s for people whose cancer returned after initial PARP-inhibitor (PARPi) maintenance and aims to see if treatment can control the cancer for longer with acceptable side effects.
NaplesAges 18 years+ - NCT07794527Recruiting
Nerve blocks to improve recovery after heart bypass surgery
This study tests whether giving multiple nerve blocks (numbing injections near nerves) during off-pump heart bypass surgery can improve your recovery and pain control. It aims to see if these blocks help you feel better and recover faster after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cardiac surgery patients?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 382 recruiting cardiac surgery patients studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a cardiac surgery patients trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a cardiac surgery patients trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.