Clinical trials
Perioperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting perioperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 332 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07736092Recruiting
Light Therapy Before and After Surgery for Older Adults
This trial tests a gentle light treatment to help prevent thinking problems after surgery in older patients. It involves using a special light on your head before and after your operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT07727681RecruitingPhase 4
Statins to Prevent Atrial Fibrillation After Lung Surgery
This trial tests whether taking a statin before and after lung surgery can prevent a common heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation (AFib). If you are 60 or older and having a lung segment or lobe removed, this study may help you avoid AFib after your operation.
BeijingAges 60 years+ - NCT04049214Recruiting
Mindfulness program during breast cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a structured mindfulness program before and after breast cancer surgery can reduce stress and improve how patients feel and cope. You may be offered mindfulness materials to use around the time of your operation.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04331249Recruiting
Monitoring heart device during and around your procedure
This trial looks at how to manage and check implanted heart devices (pacemakers/defibrillators) during and around a planned procedure. It may help teams improve safety and decision-making during surgery or catheter procedures.
Fürth, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT07699939RecruitingPhase 2
Perioperative immunotherapy plus chemo for advanced gastric cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug HLX10 (serplulimab) to standard chemotherapy (S-1 plus oxaliplatin) before and after surgery can improve outcomes for patients with advanced gastric or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has a high level of PD-L1 protein.
Chiba, ChibaAges 18–80 - NCT07700420RecruitingPhase 1
Chemo and personalized radiation for esophageal cancer before and after surgery
This trial tests combining chemotherapy (FLOT) with a new type of personalized radiation (PULSAR) before and after surgery for esophageal cancer. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07699016Recruiting
Hemostatic agent use in heart and blood vessel surgery
This trial surveys surgeons about how they use hemostatic agents (medications that stop bleeding during surgery). It aims to understand current practices and improve patient safety.
Milan, MIAges 18 years+ - NCT05760339Recruiting
Intermittent fasting vs carbohydrate drinks before elective surgery
This study compares two ways of eating before planned (elective) orthopedic surgery: intermittent fasting versus carbohydrate drinks. It aims to see which approach is safer and works better around the time of surgery.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT04266574Recruiting
Blood pressure–guided care for older or frail surgical patients
This study tests a goal-based blood pressure treatment approach during major surgery for people at higher risk (often older or frail with high blood pressure). The goal is to see if this BRAIN-targeted strategy can improve how patients do after surgery.
Rozzano, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06655506Recruiting
Enhanced Recovery for Gynecologic Cancer Surgery
This trial studies whether an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program improves outcomes for people with gynecologic cancer. It aims to help you recover faster and with fewer complications.
Athens, AthensAges 25–85 - NCT07683377Recruiting
Stent-assisted coil treatment for ruptured brain aneurysms
This trial tests if using a stent with coils to treat a ruptured brain aneurysm is safe and effective. It is for people who have a specific type of aneurysm (wide-necked, cystic) and are treated soon after the rupture.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–80 - NCT07675993Recruiting
Sleep and anesthesia in non-heart surgery
This study looks at how sleep problems before surgery affect the amount of anesthesia needed and how well you recover after non-cardiac surgery. The goal is to help doctors personalize care for better recovery.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–65 - NCT07671625Recruiting
Prehabilitation program for esophageal or gastric cancer
This trial tests a comprehensive program that includes exercise, nutrition, and psychological support before and after surgery for patients with locally advanced esophageal or gastric cancer. It aims to improve recovery and outcomes.
BrnoAges 18 years+ - NCT06519747Recruiting
Detecting irregular heartbeat after non-heart surgery
This trial uses a monitoring device to check for a common but often overlooked irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) after non-cardiac surgery. The goal is to detect and treat it early to prevent complications like stroke.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18–120 - NCT07662733Recruiting
Acupuncture for better sleep and less pain after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests if acupuncture given before and after surgery can help patients sleep better and have less chronic pain after a lung cancer operation. You may join if you are having a specific type of lung cancer surgery, are in good general health, and do not have severe sleep problems already.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07657949Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after breast reduction surgery
This trial tests a specific nerve block to see if it can reduce pain after breast reduction surgery, possibly helping with recovery and lowering the need for strong painkillers.
Sivas, SivasAges 18–65 - NCT07662317Recruiting
Heart surgery recovery registry study
This study collects information from people having heart surgery to help doctors learn more about recovery. If you are scheduled for surgery during the study period, you may be able to join.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges Any age - NCT07650695Recruiting
Virtual Reality to Help Children Feel Calm Before Surgery
This study tests whether using virtual reality on a smartphone can help children ages 3–12 feel less anxious before planned surgery. The goal is to see if this relaxing tool can reduce worry and make the hospital experience easier for kids and families.
Madrid, MujerAges 3–12 - NCT07650708RecruitingPhase 4
Eye Dryness After LASIK Surgery With a New Dry Eye Treatment
This study tests whether a new eye lubricant called Miebo, given before LASIK vision correction surgery, reduces dry eye symptoms afterward. If you have mild-to-moderate dry eyes and need LASIK, this trial may help you stay more comfortable during your recovery.
Bozeman, MontanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07642024RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
BL-B01D1 Plus Osimertinib Before Surgery for EGFR-Mutated Lung Cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (BL-B01D1 and osimertinib) given before surgery to shrink EGFR-mutated lung tumors. The goal is to help make surgery more successful and improve outcomes for patients with this type of non-small cell lung cancer.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04876950Recruiting
Remote check-ins after surgery using a tablet
This trial tests a virtual follow-up program after surgery, using remote automated monitoring and tablet-based check-ins. It may help with safer recovery by letting the care team follow how you’re doing after you leave the hospital.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 40 years+ - NCT07643610Recruiting
Heart Failure Crisis Registry Study
This registry collects information from patients admitted to the hospital with cardiogenic shock—a serious condition where the heart cannot pump enough blood to the body. Doctors will gather data to better understand what happens to these patients and how to improve their care.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07632664Recruiting
New treatment model for older lung cancer surgery patients
This study tests a new approach to help older adults (65+) with early-stage lung cancer who are candidates for surgery. The goal is to improve outcomes by using a special assessment to understand each patient's overall health before and after the operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT07621120Recruiting
Wearable Device to Predict Surgery Risk in Older Adults
This study uses a wristwatch-like device to measure your movement and body functions before and after surgery to help predict which older patients might have complications. The goal is to improve safety planning for people 65 and older having surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for perioperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 332 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.