Clinical trials
Postoperative Care clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative care clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 87 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06762782RecruitingPhase 2
Lenvatinib after liver cancer surgery to prevent recurrence
This trial tests whether taking lenvatinib after liver cancer surgery can lower the chance of the cancer coming back. It is for people who have a high risk of recurrence and have recently had their liver tumor completely removed.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT06938789Recruiting
Bleeding and confusion after hip fracture in older adults
This study looks at how bleeding after a hip fracture might affect confusion (delirium) in older adults. It will help doctors understand how to better manage bleeding to prevent confusion.
Aarhus, Central JutlandAges 75 years+ - NCT06976710Recruiting
Improving communication before colon or rectal cancer surgery
This trial is testing a way to improve communication between you and your surgical team before colon or rectal cancer surgery. It's for adults having major surgery that aims to cure their cancer.
Coffs Harbour, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT05849597RecruitingPhase 3
Dexmedetomidine to prevent delirium after open-heart surgery
This trial tests whether a sedating medicine called dexmedetomidine can reduce the risk of “delirium” (sudden confusion) in the intensive care unit after open-heart surgery. If you’re having certain heart operations, it may help protect your thinking and alertness during recovery.
KamenitzAges 18 years+ - NCT07542925Recruiting
Predicting ICU Needs After Cancer Surgery
This study helps doctors predict which cancer surgery patients will need intensive care after their operation. By understanding these patterns better, hospitals can prepare resources and plan better care for patients like you.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07460141Recruiting
Blood tests to predict death risk after surgery in the ICU
This study is looking at whether certain blood tests can help predict the risk of death after surgery in ICU patients. If you have had surgery and are now in the ICU, your blood samples may help doctors learn more.
TrabzonAges 18 years+ - NCT07137143Recruiting
Warming the ICU room after abdominal surgery
This study tests how warming the intensive care room after your abdominal surgery affects your recovery. It includes patients who are in the ICU after planned surgery and have no major health problems that affect body temperature.
Adana, YüreğirAges 18 years+ - NCT07420153Recruiting
Arm cuff treatment before surgery to prevent confusion
This study tests whether using a blood pressure cuff on the arm before surgery (called remote ischemic preconditioning) can help prevent confusion (delirium) after surgery. It is for older adults having planned non-cardiac surgery who are at risk for delirium.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 50 years+ - NCT07743294Recruiting
Exercise before breast cancer surgery to reduce arm swelling
This trial tests whether doing specific exercises before breast cancer surgery helps reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) after surgery, and improves quality of life and care needs. You would participate in a supervised exercise program before your surgery and then follow up after.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT05662371Recruiting
Testing pain-monitor guided pain medicine during robot bowel surgery
This study checks whether using a pain-activity monitor during robot-assisted colorectal surgery can help the surgical team choose the right pain medicine. It may improve comfort and reduce the chance of giving too much or too little pain medicine.
AabenraaAges 18–80 - NCT06289699Recruiting
Study on vital sign alert system satisfaction across hospitals
This trial tests how often a wireless vital sign monitoring system gives alerts to nurses, and checks if patients and nurses are happy with it. The goal is to see if the system works well in different hospitals and cultures.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07202208Recruiting
Preventing confusion after hip fracture surgery
This trial tests a special care plan (the 'Delirium Zero Protocol') to help prevent confusion (delirium) after hip fracture surgery. It is for people over 65 who are having hip fracture surgery and have a family member or caregiver who can be involved.
Manises, ValenciaAges 65 years+ - NCT06938581Recruiting
ERAS Recovery Steps for Breast-Conserving Surgery
This study tests a set of recovery steps called ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) for people having breast-conserving surgery. The goal is to help you heal faster, feel more comfortable, and get back to your normal life sooner.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT05867134Recruiting
Activity limits after one-sided groin hernia surgery
This trial studies how restricting or allowing activities after surgery for a one-sided inguinal hernia affects recovery and outcomes. It may help determine the safest activity plan while you heal.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–99 - NCT06015165Recruiting
Pain control plan for complex anorectal surgery
This study tests a pain management plan led by anesthesiologists for people having complex anorectal surgery. The goal is to see if this approach can better control pain and improve recovery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–85 - NCT07332806Recruiting
When to remove the breathing tube after robot surgery
This study looks at whether removing the breathing tube in the operating room versus the recovery room affects how quickly the operating room is ready for the next surgery. If you are having robot-assisted surgery with general anesthesia, you may be able to join.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT03204357Recruiting
Using your own blood after heart-lung machine surgery
This trial studies giving a “fresh” blood transfusion from your own blood after heart surgery that uses a heart-lung machine. It may help patients avoid needing donated blood, but it only works for people who meet specific safety and timing requirements.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–90 - NCT06965595Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy after gynecological abdominal surgery
This trial tests different physiotherapy methods to see which helps most with recovery after gynecological abdominal surgery. It may be a good fit if you've recently had a hysterectomy or similar surgery and want to improve your recovery.
KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT06989229Recruiting
Nutritional care before and after joint replacement surgery
This trial tests if special nutritional support before and after hip or knee replacement helps you recover faster. It is for people having planned (not emergency) surgery.
Brno, CzechiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06302751Recruiting
Mobile app to improve recovery after colorectal cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a mobile app can help people recover better after colorectal cancer surgery. If you join, you'll use the app to track your recovery and get support, which may improve your overall outcome.
Rozzano, MIAges 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 - NCT07258875Recruiting
Using ultrasound to guide fluids during lung surgery
This study tests if using a special ultrasound exam (VExUS) to guide fluid management during lung surgery can help reduce complications like lung problems or kidney injury. It may help doctors give you just the right amount of fluids.
Heraklion, CreteAges 18 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+ - NCT06384664Recruiting
Freezing Nerves to Reduce Pain After Chest Surgery
This study tests whether freezing a nerve (cryoablation) during chest surgery can reduce pain after the operation. It might help patients who are having their first chest surgery and have never used strong painkillers.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative care?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 87 recruiting postoperative care 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 postoperative care 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 postoperative care 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.