Clinical trials
Elderly Patients clinical trials
Below are recruiting elderly patients clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 230 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06032052RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy for older adults with metastatic lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people 65 or older with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has not been treated before and expresses PD-L1. It aims to see if this treatment can help control the cancer.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 65 years+ - NCT07136935Recruiting
Integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine for frail elderly recovery
This study tests a care model that combines traditional Chinese and Western medicine to help frail elderly patients recover function after a hospital stay for an acute illness. If you or a loved one is over 75, living with conditions like Parkinson's, COPD, mild dementia, or kidney disease, and recently lost strength or ability to do daily tasks, this may offer a supportive approach to regain independence.
TaichungAges 20 years+ - NCT07070284Enrolling by invitation
Severe pneumonia in older adults: a study of risks and outcomes
This study looks at older adults with severe pneumonia to understand what causes it and how to improve outcomes. If you are 65 or older and have severe pneumonia, this trial may help doctors learn more about your condition.
Zagreb, City of ZagrebAges 65 years+ - NCT07086300Recruiting
Acupuncture with immunotherapy for older lung cancer patients
This trial tests whether adding electroacupuncture (a gentle, needle-based therapy) to a standard immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) can help older adults with advanced lung cancer. It may improve treatment response and quality of life.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 65–100 - NCT06201884RecruitingPhase 2
Walking program for older patients after cancer surgery
This study tests whether a special walking program (using a platform) can help older patients recover better after cancer surgery. If you are 65 or older and can walk on the platform for 10 minutes, you might be eligible.
CaenAges 65 years+ - NCT02735057RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing chemo and radiation for older esophagus cancer patients
This trial studies how well chemotherapy plus radiation works for people age 75 and older with esophagus cancer. It’s testing whether this treatment approach is safe and effective in an older age group.
BesançonAges 75–100 - NCT07119424Recruiting
SGLT2 inhibitor study for older adults
This study looks at how a class of diabetes and kidney drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors affect older adults. It aims to understand the benefits for your kidneys and metabolism.
Milan, MilanAges 65 years+ - NCT06605482Recruiting
Early Fixation for Upper Arm Fractures in Older Adults
This trial tests if early surgery helps older patients heal from a broken upper arm bone (the humerus). It may lead to better recovery and less pain.
New Westminster, British ColumbiaAges 65 years+ - NCT07624370Enrolling by invitation
Frailty Assessment in Older Adults with Cancer
This study evaluates how to better assess and manage frailty (age-related weakness and vulnerability) in older cancer patients aged 70 and up who are starting chemotherapy or other cancer treatments. The goal is to help doctors tailor treatment plans to each patient's individual strength and health status.
Legnano, ItalyAges 70 years+ - NCT07505758Recruiting
Recovery after surgery in adults 80 and older
This study looks at how well adults aged 80 or older recover after planned surgery that requires an overnight hospital stay. The goal is to understand recovery using a simple questionnaire.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 80 years+ - NCT06712186RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Dexmedetomidine for safer intubation in high blood pressure patients
This study tests if dexmedetomidine can help prevent dangerous blood pressure spikes during breathing tube placement for surgery in patients with high blood pressure. It is for older adults (over 60) who have been managing their hypertension for at least 6 months.
Karachi, SindhAges 60 years+ - NCT07536568Recruiting
Caffeine to speed recovery after eye surgery in older adults
This study tests whether a small dose of caffeine placed under the tongue helps older adults wake up faster and feel less confused after eye surgery under general anesthesia. Researchers want to see if this simple approach can improve how quickly patients recover and reduce post-surgery agitation.
CairoAges 65 years+ - NCT06413342RecruitingPhase 2
Sintilimab after chemoradiation for older adults with esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug Sintilimab can help prevent esophageal cancer from returning after standard chemotherapy and radiation. It is for patients aged 70-85 who cannot have or choose not to have surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 70–85 - NCT06768580Recruiting
Melatonin or lidocaine to prevent confusion after hip replacement
This trial tests if giving either oral melatonin or lidocaine during surgery can reduce the chance of confusion (delirium) in older adults after total hip replacement. It compares these two approaches to standard care.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 65 years+ - NCT07108764Recruiting
Medicine to prevent confusion after abdominal surgery in seniors
This trial tests giving either lidocaine or dexmedetomidine during abdominal surgery to see if it helps keep the brain healthy and lowers the chance of waking up confused or agitated. It is for older adults having planned abdominal surgery who are otherwise in fairly good health.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 65 years+ - NCT07670923RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two sedatives for older patients during non-intubated surgery
This trial compares two sedative medicines, ciprofol and propofol, to see which works better for older patients having surgery without a breathing tube. It aims to find the safer option for your heart and lungs.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 65–80 - NCT06677645Recruiting
Temporary nursing home stay after hospital discharge
This study is testing if a short stay in a nursing home or long-term care unit can help older patients who are medically stable but not quite ready to go home after a hospital stay. It looks at how this temporary accommodation affects their recovery and return home.
Cormeilles-en-ParisisAges 60 years+ - NCT07461467Recruiting
Managing breathing tube pressure to reduce throat problems in older adults
This study tests a way of managing the air pressure in a breathing tube mask used during surgery. The goal is to reduce throat and voice box problems after surgery in older patients.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT06824818Recruiting
Can older men stop prostate cancer treatment early?
This study looks at whether men aged 70 or older who have been on hormone therapy for over 3 years can safely stop treatment. It aims to find out if stopping early helps maintain quality of life without letting the cancer come back.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 70 years+ - NCT06499623Recruiting
Early detection of malnutrition in cancer and older patients
This study tests a way to spot malnutrition early in cancer patients and older adults who are in the hospital. It aims to help doctors catch and treat nutrition problems sooner.
BrnoAges 18 years+ - NCT07200726Recruiting
Brain inflammation and thinking after heart surgery
This study looks at whether brain inflammation during heart surgery may affect memory and thinking. It includes people aged 60 and older who are having planned heart surgery.
Genk, LimburgAges 60 years+ - NCT06522087Recruiting
40 Hz brain stimulation to prevent confusion after hip or knee replacement
This trial tests if a non-invasive 40 Hz brain stimulation can prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults after hip or knee replacement surgery. Delirium is common after surgery in elderly patients, and this treatment aims to lower that risk.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 65–85 - NCT07551258Recruiting
Immune System Changes and Lung Infection in Critically Ill Older Adults
This study looks at how the immune system changes in older patients on breathing machines in the ICU, and whether these changes affect the risk of developing pneumonia. Understanding this may help doctors better protect critically ill patients from infection.
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06761534Enrolling by invitation
Screening tool for health in older cancer patients
This study is developing a simple screening tool to help doctors better understand the overall health and needs of older cancer patients (65+). It aims to make sure elderly patients get the right support during cancer treatment.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 65 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for elderly patients?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 230 recruiting elderly 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 elderly 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 elderly 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.