Clinical trials
Elective Surgical Procedures clinical trials
Below are recruiting elective surgical procedures clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 36 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04894864RecruitingPhase 4
Opioid-free anesthesia for elective abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery
This trial studies an “opioid-free” anesthesia and pain plan during planned open surgery for an abdominal aortic aneurysm. The goal is to see whether this approach reduces surgical stress and pain compared with usual care.
Heraklion, CreteAges 40–85 - NCT06279793RecruitingPhase 2
Fish oil for recovery after high-risk heart surgery
This trial tests if giving fish oil through a vein before and after heart surgery can help patients recover faster. It is for people who have a high risk of complications during surgery.
AugsburgAges 18 years+ - NCT05841667Recruiting
How your CES1 genes affect remimazolam during anesthesia
This study looks at whether a person’s genetic type (CES1) changes how the anesthesia medicine remimazolam works and how much it affects the depth of sleep. It may help doctors choose safer, better-matched anesthesia for future patients having elective surgery.
SeoulAges 19–70 - NCT07348510Recruiting
Diuretic Effect of Aminophylline and Furosemide in Heart Surgery Patients
This study is testing if a combination of two medicines (aminophylline and furosemide) can help the kidneys produce more urine after heart surgery. It may help reduce fluid buildup and protect kidney function.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07431892Recruiting
Pain after robotic vs. laparoscopic colon cancer surgery
This study compares pain levels after two types of minimally invasive colon cancer surgery: robotic and laparoscopic. It aims to see if one approach leads to less pain, which may help you recover more comfortably.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07193836Enrolling by invitation
Lidocaine for easier recovery after laparoscopic surgery
This study tests whether giving lidocaine (a numbing medicine) through an IV can help you wake up more smoothly and with less discomfort after laparoscopic gallbladder or gynecologic surgery. If you are generally healthy and having one of these specific surgeries, you may be a good fit.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–70 - NCT07311395Recruiting
Gentamicin injection to prevent infection after planned C-section
This study tests whether a local injection of gentamicin, an antibiotic, into the incision area can help prevent infections after a planned C-section. It may offer extra protection beyond standard antibiotics.
NahariyaAges 18 years+ - NCT07158684Recruiting
Surgery worries and feelings: a psychological study
This trial studies how patients feel before elective surgery. It aims to understand their anxiety and psychological needs. It may help hospitals improve patient care.
Edegem, AntwerpenAges 18 years+ - NCT07470411Recruiting
Testing a magnetic system for planned surgeries
This trial tests a new magnetic surgical system (called MACS) to see if it is safe and works well during planned surgeries. If you are having a non-emergency surgery and are generally healthy, you may qualify.
Las Condes, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT07576335RecruitingPhase 2
Prehabilitation and rehabilitation for prostate cancer surgery
This study tests a program that combines exercise, nutrition, and mental preparation before and after prostate removal surgery. The goal is to help you recover faster and keep better urinary and sexual function.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07795112Recruiting
Acupuncture for reducing inflammation after heart surgery
This study tests whether acupuncture at a specific point (ST36) can reduce inflammation after heart surgery. If you are having heart surgery with a bypass machine, you may be able to join and receive this additional treatment to help your recovery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07665463Recruiting
Recovery after surgery with or without opioids
This study compares recovery quality after major urological surgery using either opioid-free or opioid-based general anesthesia. It aims to see if avoiding opioids can improve how patients feel after surgery.
Krakow, Lesser Poland VoivodeshipAges 18–75 - NCT07662642Recruiting
Timing of lung inflation during robotic prostate surgery
This trial compares two different timings of a lung inflation maneuver during robotic prostate surgery to see which approach helps patients breathe better after surgery.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07635160Recruiting
Kidney Blood Flow Monitoring During Minimally Invasive Abdominal Surgery
This research study tests two imaging methods—ultrasound and a special light-based scanner—to monitor how well your kidneys receive blood during minimally invasive abdominal surgery. The goal is to understand kidney function better during this type of operation.
IstanbulAges 18–80 - NCT06707363Recruiting
Psychological factors and pain after orthopedic surgery
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings affect your pain after orthopedic surgery. Researchers want to understand these factors to improve care for future patients.
Krakow, MalopolskaAges 18–65 - NCT06713044Recruiting
Quran recitation or music for pain after leg surgery
This trial tests whether listening to Quranic recitation or classical music can reduce pain and inflammation after lower-leg orthopedic surgery. It may help Muslim patients manage pain without extra medication.
Purwokerto, Central JavaAges 18–60 - NCT07573930Recruiting
Blood sugar control during surgery with a common steroid
This study looks at how a steroid medication (dexamethasone) affects blood sugar levels during and after surgery. Researchers will use a continuous glucose monitor to track your blood sugar safely and understand how to better manage it in the operating room.
RoskildeAges 18 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+ - NCT06738004Recruiting
Emergency bariatric surgery national audit
This trial is collecting information about people who have emergency complications after weight loss (bariatric) surgery. It aims to understand how these emergencies are managed and how care can be improved.
LutonAges 18 years+ - NCT07557108Recruiting
Nerve Blocks to Improve Recovery After Heart Surgery
This study tests whether special numbing injections around nerves in the chest wall (fascial plane blocks) help patients recover better and have less pain after open-heart surgery. The goal is to see if this technique improves how you feel and function in the days after your operation.
Ordu, AltinorduAges 18–70 - NCT06638645Recruiting
Hospital stay after keyhole lung surgery
This study looks at how long people stay in the hospital after keyhole surgery to remove a part of the lung. It aims to find out what affects recovery time.
BrugesAges 18 years+ - NCT03426579Recruiting
Testing sedation monitoring during anesthesia for children’s throat surgery
This trial looks at whether a monitoring method for how deeply a child is sedated matches how the child’s reflexes react during intravenous anesthesia. It may help anesthesiologists keep children safer and more comfortable during direct laryngoscopy procedures using medications like dexmedetomidine and remifentanil.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 1 month–8 years - NCT07446491RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PN20 for low platelets in liver disease patients needing a procedure
This study tests a new medicine called PN20 to safely raise platelet counts in people with chronic liver disease who need a minor procedure (like a biopsy). It's for patients whose platelet count is below 50 and whose liver disease is not too severe.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06724380Recruiting
Finding health risks before planned surgery
This study checks for health risks during the routine anesthesia check-up before planned surgery. It helps find any hidden problems early so you can be safer during your operation.
Vilafranca Del Penedés, BarcelonaAges 18–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for elective surgical procedures?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 36 recruiting elective surgical procedures 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 surgical procedures 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 surgical procedures 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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