Clinical trials
Perioperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting perioperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 331 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04852406Recruiting
Care plan study for people on blood thinners having abdominal surgery
This study looks at whether a structured (protocol-based) care plan before and around surgery improves outcomes for people taking blood-thinning medicines. It may help teams plan safer timing and monitoring to reduce complications around the operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07310056Recruiting
Smart wearable tracking for lung cancer surgery recovery
This study tests whether using a wearable device and a smartphone app during lung cancer surgery and recovery can help track and improve how well you heal. It may offer extra support and guidance to help you recover better after your operation.
ChengduAges 18–85 - NCT06925243RecruitingPhase 3
Apatinib, Sintilimab, and Chemo for Intestinal Gastric Cancer
This phase 3 trial tests adding the targeted drug apatinib to a standard combination of sintilimab (immunotherapy) and chemotherapy (SOX regimen) given before surgery for a specific type of stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer (intestinal type, HER2-negative). The goal is to see if the three-drug combination works better than the two-drug combination in shrinking the tumor and improving outcomes before surgery.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18–75 - NCT07727876Recruiting
Ready for safe cancer treatment: A program to improve surgery recovery
This trial tests a comprehensive program to help patients prepare for and recover from cancer surgery. It aims to reduce complications and improve outcomes.
Wroclaw, Lower Silesian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07676942Recruiting
Pain relief options after urethral surgery
This study compares two medications given during surgery to see which one better manages pain after urethral reconstruction. It aims to improve recovery and comfort after the procedure.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT07520916Recruiting
Mobile app education for men after prostate removal surgery
This study tests whether a smartphone app that teaches you about recovery before and after prostate cancer surgery helps prevent urinary leakage and erectile problems. You'd use the app to learn exercises and tips tailored to your recovery.
Giresun, GiresunAges 18 years+ - NCT05866874Recruiting
Watching heart warning signs after non-heart surgery
This study checks whether close monitoring of vital signs around the time of non-cardiac surgery can help identify small heart injuries (called perioperative myocardial infarction or injury). It may help doctors spot people at higher risk sooner, especially after certain major surgeries.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 40–85 - 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+ - NCT06678360Recruiting
How activity affects surgery recovery
This study looks at how your daily physical activity before and after planned surgery affects your recovery and long-term health. The goal is to understand if staying active can help you have fewer complications and better outcomes.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06949033RecruitingPhase 3
Cadonilimab with chemo for stomach cancer
This trial tests a new combination of immunotherapy (cadonilimab) and chemotherapy before and after surgery for a specific type of advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. It aims to see if adding this immunotherapy helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18–75 - NCT05331118Recruiting
Study of complications and long-term outcomes after major surgery
This study follows people after planned, higher-risk surgery to learn what complications happen and how patients do long-term. It may help doctors predict risks and improve care for people having similar operations.
UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT07857174Enrolling by invitation
Sleep monitoring during gynecologic surgery
This study looks at brain activity during surgery to see if it can predict sleep problems after surgery. It may help doctors find ways to improve sleep recovery in patients having gynecologic laparoscopic surgery.
YinchuanAges 18–80 - NCT07855926Recruiting
Perioperative drug therapy for muscle-invasive bladder cancer
This study looks at different drug treatments given around the time of surgery for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. It aims to understand how well these treatments work and may help guide future care.
MunichAges 18 years+ - NCT07859488Recruiting
Delirium risk after cancer surgery
After surgery for cancer in the belly area, some older adults become confused or have memory problems. This study looks for early signs in the blood that might predict this, so doctors can help prevent it.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07848841Recruiting
Online education for head and neck surgery patients
This study tests an online education program to help patients prepare for head and neck surgery. The program aims to improve satisfaction and recovery outcomes by providing easy-to-understand information before the operation.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06445881RecruitingPhase 2
Herbal medicine for lung cancer before and after surgery
This trial is testing whether adding a traditional Chinese herbal formula (Modified Si Jun Zi Tang) to standard treatment before and after surgery can help people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see if the herbs improve outcomes and reduce side effects.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07760493Enrolling by invitation
Zinc supplements before and after colon surgery in children
This study is testing whether giving children zinc supplements around the time of colon surgery helps them recover faster and have fewer problems. It may help their body heal better after the operation.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 1 month–18 years - NCT07717151Recruiting
Preventing long-term pain after surgery for chronic opioid users
This trial tests a method to prevent chronic pain after surgery in people who already take opioids regularly. It may help reduce long-term pain and improve recovery.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07646730Recruiting
Wearable Watch to Detect Complications After Lung Surgery
This study tests whether a wearable device (a smartwatch-like device) worn after lung or chest surgery can help doctors catch complications early by monitoring your heart rate, activity, and other vital signs. The goal is to catch problems sooner so you can get help faster.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07634978Recruiting
AI Chatbot Health Education for Thyroid Cancer Surgery
This study tests whether an AI chatbot can help thyroid cancer patients understand their surgery and recovery better. You would use the chatbot before and after your scheduled thyroid surgery to answer questions and learn about what to expect.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT07622381Recruiting
Specialist Nurse Care for Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
This trial tests whether extra support from specially trained nurses helps patients recover better after head and neck cancer surgery. The study focuses on improving care, managing side effects, and supporting your overall recovery.
TianjinAges 18–70 - NCT04608968Recruiting
Kids’ comfort questionnaire during planned surgery
This study asks children to complete a short satisfaction questionnaire while they are having planned surgery under general anesthesia. It aims to learn how kids feel about the perioperative (before, during, and after surgery) experience, which could help improve comfort and care for future patients.
Montpellier, MontpellierAges 7–17 - NCT07589413Recruiting
Blood markers and fluid absorption during bladder cancer surgery
This study looks at how fluid absorbed during bladder cancer removal surgery affects cell-free DNA (tiny pieces of cancer DNA) in your blood. Researchers want to understand if these blood markers can help predict surgery outcomes and guide treatment decisions.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18 years+ - NCT07510698Recruiting
Same-day awake mastectomy with immediate breast reconstruction
This study tests whether people can have a mastectomy while awake (using numbing medicine instead of general anesthesia) and go home the same day with immediate breast reconstruction. It may be an option if you're healthy enough and have support at home.
Rome, RomeAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for perioperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 331 recruiting perioperative 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 perioperative 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 perioperative 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.