Clinical trials
Elective Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting elective surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 69 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07661940RecruitingPhase 2
SP16 for kidney protection during heart surgery
This trial tests a drug called SP16 to see if it can prevent acute kidney injury in people with chronic kidney disease who are having elective heart surgery with a heart-lung machine. It aims to help preserve kidney function after surgery.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06759038Recruiting
Comparing two devices for placing a breathing tube in lung surgery
This trial compares a new video laryngoscope to a standard one for placing a special breathing tube used in lung surgeries. It aims to see which device works better for patients having planned chest operations.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–60 - NCT06765772Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain relief during tummy tuck surgery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (with numbing medicine) to reduce pain during and after tummy tuck surgery. The goal is to see if combining two blocks works better than one block alone.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 21–60 - NCT07392099Recruiting
Comparing a single pain relief class vs. usual care after orthopedic surgery
This study tests whether a single, 1-hour class on pain management (called Empowered Relief) can help people recover better after orthopedic surgery (like hip or knee replacement) compared to usual care. It is for people who have had moderate to severe pain for at least 3 months and are fluent in French.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07325812Recruiting
Lung opening maneuvers during spine surgery
This study tests whether periodic lung opening maneuvers during back surgery can reduce lung collapse and improve breathing mechanics. Doctors will use ultrasound to monitor your lungs.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06816407RecruitingPhase 3
Prucalopride for bowel recovery after colorectal surgery
This trial tests if different doses of prucalopride, a medicine that helps the bowels move, can speed up gut function recovery after planned (not emergency) colorectal surgery.
CairoAges 18–75 - NCT06104059Recruiting
Pain management during planned laparoscopic surgery
This trial tests a new way to monitor pain during laparoscopic surgery. It may help your doctor adjust pain medicines to keep you comfortable.
Athens, AtticaAges 18–70 - NCT07130656Recruiting
AI for detecting deep infections after planned colorectal surgery
This trial is testing an AI system to help catch deep infections after planned colorectal surgery. If you had a planned operation on your colon or rectum without a stoma or an active infection at that time, you may be eligible.
Granollers, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07489001Recruiting
Comparing opioid-free to standard anesthesia for back surgery
This study compares two types of anesthesia for lower back surgery: one that uses opioids and one that does not. The goal is to see which approach controls pain better with fewer side effects.
Istanbul, MaltepeAges 18–75 - NCT03725527Recruiting
Nerve block test to improve breathing after belly surgery
This trial studies whether a numbing injection near the abdominal muscle (rectus sheath block) helps your breathing and diaphragm function after elective upper belly surgery. If you qualify, you may receive or not receive this pain/nerve block as part of the study.
Asyut, Assiut GovernorateAges 18–50 - NCT07853586Recruiting
Numbing blocks for pain relief after children's belly surgery
This study compares two types of numbing injections (nerve blocks) given before surgery to see which one controls pain better in children after lower belly surgery. If your child qualifies, they may receive one of these blocks to help them be more comfortable after the operation.
AlexandriaAges 2–7 - NCT04808401Recruiting
Testing how different oxygen levels affect surgery outcomes
This trial studies whether giving higher or lower oxygen during general anesthesia changes heart and lung outcomes after planned (non-emergency) non-heart surgery. It may help doctors choose safer oxygen settings during surgery for people at higher risk for heart problems.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT05401292RecruitingPhase 4
Skin prep for planned foot and ankle surgery
This trial studies whether a specific skin-prep approach before elective (planned) foot and ankle surgery can help prevent infection. You may be able to take part if your surgery is not for an injury and you meet the age and health requirements.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06957366Recruiting
Managing Blood Thinners Before High-Risk Surgery
This study looks at how to safely manage your blood thinner (DOAC) around the time of a planned, high-bleed-risk surgery or procedure involving a spinal needle. The goal is to find the best way to stop and restart your medication to prevent bleeding and clotting problems.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07530393Recruiting
Blood Thickness and Brain Surgery Outcomes Study
This study looks at how thick or thin your blood is during planned brain surgery and how it affects your recovery. Researchers will measure your blood properties during surgery to see if they influence outcomes like complications or how well you heal.
Seoul, SongpaAges 18–80 - NCT06824623Recruiting
Preventing dehydration after ileostomy surgery
This trial tests a program to help patients with a new ileostomy avoid dehydration and hospital readmission by providing extra support and education.
Legnano, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07461376Recruiting
A trial comparing two sleep medicines for children before surgery
This study tests two oral medicines given before surgery to help children relax and lower the need for stronger painkillers after the operation. It is for children having surgeries like hernia repair, circumcision, or hypospadias correction.
Cairo, Giza GovernorateAges 3–12 - NCT06985654Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
IV fluids before cystoscopy to prevent low blood pressure
This trial tests whether giving fluids through an IV before surgery can prevent blood pressure drops during anesthesia for cystoscopy. It may help patients have a safer and more stable procedure.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT03731442RecruitingPhase 3
Radiation plus chemotherapy for esophageal cancer that came back
This Phase 3 trial studies giving combined chemotherapy and radiation to treat esophageal cancer that has returned after earlier surgery and/or prior treatments. It may help control the cancer in the area where it comes back, especially when the surgical margins were not fully clear or the cancer is outside the original radiation field.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 16–70 - NCT05761275Recruiting
Sexual quality of life after minimally invasive benign surgery
This study looks at how minimally invasive “vNOTES” surgery affects women’s sexual quality of life after a non-cancer (benign) gynecologic procedure. You might be eligible if you recently had this type of surgery and meet specific health, infection, and language requirements.
GenevaAges 18–70 - NCT06844838Recruiting
Faster, Safer Awakening After Brain Surgery
This study tests a new way of giving anesthesia during elective brain surgery to help you wake up faster and safer. It uses a special monitor to guide the amount of medication so you can recover more quickly.
MilanAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for elective surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 69 recruiting elective surgery 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 elective surgery 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 elective surgery 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.
Related conditions
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.