Clinical trials
Perioperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting perioperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 339 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT05504265RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Pain control methods during minimally invasive esophagus surgery
This study compares different ways to control pain around the time of minimally invasive esophagus surgery. It may help find a method that controls pain better and improves recovery after surgery.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT05679557Recruiting
Assessing frailty before bladder surgery to improve recovery
This trial tests whether a thorough “geriatric assessment” (a health check focused on older adults) can help you be better prepared for bladder removal surgery. It may guide supportive care before and around surgery to improve safety and recovery.
OdenseAges 65 years+ - NCT06012760Recruiting
Can iron and vitamin C reduce transfusions during heart surgery?
This trial is testing whether giving iron plus vitamin C before heart surgery can reduce the need for blood transfusions. It is for people with low iron and anemia who are scheduled for bypass or valve surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06047600Recruiting
Digital nursing support for kidney tumor surgery
This trial tests if a digital tool can improve care coordination before and after surgery for kidney tumors. It may help patients feel more supported during their treatment journey.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06092671Recruiting
Can FPCA prevent confusion in young kids after surgery?
This study tests whether a medicine called FPCA can prevent sudden confusion (delirium) in young children after surgery. If your child is having short surgery with mask anesthesia for the first time, this study may help them have a smoother recovery.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 2–6 - NCT06381427Recruiting
Improving care for older heart patients before surgery
This trial studies whether special care planning before non-cardiac surgery can improve outcomes for older adults with signs of heart stress. If you are 65 or older and scheduled for a moderate- to high-risk surgery, you may be able to join.
GiessenAges 65 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 - NCT07441850Recruiting
Digital rehab for stomach cancer patients after chemo or radiation
This trial is testing a smartphone-based exercise and recovery program for people with stomach cancer who have had chemo or radiation before surgery. It aims to help you get back on your feet faster after surgery.
BeijingAges 18–70 - NCT06624696RecruitingPhase 4
Inhaled penehyclidine to prevent breathing problems in children having eye surgery
This study tests whether giving a medication called penehyclidine (given as a mist inhaled before surgery) can help prevent breathing problems in children aged 3–7 who are having eye surgery and are at risk for such problems. The medicine is compared to a placebo (a mist with no active drug).
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 3–7 - NCT06801938Recruiting
Blue dye test during incontinence surgery to reduce complications
This study tests if using a special blue dye (methylene blue) during surgery to correct stress urinary incontinence helps doctors find and prevent complications. It compares two surgical methods (TVT and TOT) to see which is safer.
IstanbulAges 18–85 - NCT06962306RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief study for children having cleft palate surgery
This trial tests different ways to manage pain after cleft palate repair in young children. The goal is to find which approach works best to lower pain and improve recovery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 6 months–4 years - NCT07000877RecruitingPhase 4
Nasal spray to help kids with colds during anesthesia
This study tests whether a nasal decongestant spray can help prevent breathing problems during anesthesia for children with a cold. If your child has a recent cold and is having surgery, this could help make the anesthesia safer.
Perth, WeAges 1–8 - NCT07044557Recruiting
Avoiding dexamethasone in brain metastasis surgery
This trial tests whether skipping the steroid dexamethasone around brain tumor surgery is safe and effective for patients with brain metastases. If you have a new brain tumor and a mass elsewhere in your body, you may be able to join.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT07153614Recruiting
Pain management after cancer surgery to start chemo sooner
This trial compares different methods of managing pain after cancer surgery to see which helps patients start chemotherapy sooner. It focuses on people having open abdominal surgery for certain cancers who are scheduled for chemotherapy afterward.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 18–80 - NCT07249333Recruiting
Complications after pre-surgery radiation for colorectal cancer
This trial looks at side effects and recovery (complications) after chemotherapy or radiation given before surgery for colorectal cancer. It includes people who are somewhat frail (scores 2–4), to see how they do after the operation.
Kamenitz, VojvodinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07432399RecruitingPhase 2
Lidocaine or dexamethasone before colon cancer surgery
This study tests whether giving lidocaine or a high-dose steroid before colon cancer surgery can improve immune function and recovery. The goal is to find a simple, safe way to help your body respond better during surgery.
LjubljanaAges 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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+ - NCT07311889Enrolling by invitation
Patient satisfaction with ELIXIR MD during plastic surgery recovery
This study looks at how satisfied patients are with their recovery after plastic surgery when the ELIXIR MD device is used. It aims to understand if this device helps improve the recovery experience.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06566053Enrolling by invitation
Predicting risks in thoracic surgery
This study is creating a tool to better predict risks and guide care during and after thoracic surgery. If you are having an operation in the thoracic surgery department, this research may help improve your safety and recovery.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for perioperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 339 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.