Clinical trials
Postoperative Complications clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative complications clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 201 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07180498Recruiting
Tea tree vs chlorhexidine mouthwash after wisdom tooth removal
This study compares a tea tree oil mouthwash and a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash to see which helps better after wisdom tooth removal. It may help you heal faster and with less discomfort.
SanliurfaAges 18–65 - NCT07573150Recruiting
Pupil Measurements to Predict Breathing Problems After Surgery in Children
This study tests whether measuring how a child's pupils (the dark circles in the eyes) respond to light can predict which children might have breathing problems after receiving pain medication during tonsil surgery. The goal is to help doctors catch and prevent serious breathing issues before they happen.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 3–17 - NCT06740773Recruiting
Risk factors for problems after skull repair surgery
This study looks at people who had a skull repair surgery (cranioplasty) to see what problems might happen afterward. Researchers want to find out what factors raise the risk of complications so they can help future patients recover more safely.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07324694Recruiting
Stable blood pressure during heart surgery and recovery
This study looks at how changes in blood pressure during heart surgery affect recovery. If you are having scheduled heart surgery with a heart-lung machine, you may be able to join.
Diyarbakır, DiyarbakırAges 18 years+ - NCT05906134RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Pain control plan after minimally invasive esophagus surgery
This trial tests a pain-control method (using an epidural/nerve pain-block through the back, called neuraxial anesthesia) for people having minimally invasive esophagus removal surgery. It may help reduce pain after surgery and improve comfort during recovery.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT06911658Recruiting
Infection risk after esophagus cancer surgery
This study looks at infections that can happen after surgery to remove the esophagus (esophagectomy) for cancer. Understanding these infections may help doctors improve care after this procedure.
ParisAges 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+ - NCT06815510Recruiting
Complications after surgery in the recovery room
This study looks at how often complications happen in the recovery room after surgery. It aims to find out what factors might be linked to these complications, which could help improve care for future patients.
HararAges 18 years+ - NCT06425627Recruiting
Spinal vs general anesthesia for hip fracture surgery in older adults
This study compares two types of anesthesia—spinal (awake, lower body numb) versus general (completely asleep)—for people 65 and older having hip fracture surgery. The goal is to see which is better for preventing lung complications after surgery.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 65 years+ - NCT04433676Recruiting
Tracking early nausea after surgery in Sweden
This study collects information from patients who have surgery to better understand and prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting (feeling sick or throwing up after anesthesia). By joining, you help researchers learn how to reduce these side effects.
Sundsvall, XAges 18 years+ - NCT06704451Recruiting
IL-33 and memory after major abdominal surgery
This study looks at whether a protein called IL-33 is linked to memory and thinking problems that can happen after major abdominal surgery. It may help doctors find patients at risk earlier.
Kunming, YunnanAges Any age - NCT07694141Recruiting
Pain Relief After Chest Surgery
This trial studies how well different pain medications work after thoracic (chest) surgery. It aims to find the best way to manage pain and improve recovery.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las PalmasAges 18 years+ - NCT06270407RecruitingPhase 4
Tranexamic acid for fewer complications in plastic surgery
This study tests whether applying tranexamic acid directly to the skin during plastic surgery reduces bleeding or other complications compared to a placebo. It may help you heal better after your procedure.
VejleAges 18 years+ - NCT06675097Recruiting
Gas after abdominal surgery: how it affects recovery
This study looks at how having gas after abdominal surgery might affect your recovery. It aims to understand if passing gas sooner could help you feel better faster and leave the hospital sooner.
Nantes, Loire AtlantiqueAges 18 years+ - NCT06603350Recruiting
How surgery factors affect recovery after lung transplant
This study looks at how things before, during, and right after lung transplant surgery affect recovery. Researchers want to learn what helps patients heal better so they can improve care.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT03309384Recruiting
Monitoring during thyroid surgery to help predict complications
This study checks whether special monitoring done during thyroid surgery can help predict complications afterward. If you’re having a full (total) thyroidectomy, your team may use monitoring to better anticipate problems after surgery.
Vandœuvre-lès-NancyAges Any age - NCT06719596RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Probiotics and nutrition after pancreas surgery
This trial tests whether taking probiotics with a special liquid nutrition feed after pancreatic surgery can lower the chance of getting an infection. If you are scheduled for this surgery, you may be able to join.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07411612Recruiting
Blood markers and confusion after surgery in older adults
This study looks at how inflammation and brain-related substances in the blood after surgery are linked to confusion (delirium) in older adults. It aims to find early warning signs to prevent this common complication.
ViennaAges 65 years+ - NCT07016022Recruiting
Heart and lung test before chest surgery helps predict risks
This study checks if a simple test of your heart and breathing before chest surgery can help predict problems after the operation. It looks at people having surgery for lung, esophagus, stomach, or chest tumors.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04256798RecruitingPhase 3
Respiratory care after high-risk abdominal surgery
This trial looks at a breathing-focused care plan given around the time of major abdominal surgery to improve recovery and outcomes. You may be eligible if you’re having a large midline abdominal incision and can be followed after surgery.
Botucatu, São PauloAges 10–100 - NCT06191159Recruiting
Comparing scar looks after different mastectomy incision methods
This trial compares three different ways surgeons make the incision (cut) during a mastectomy to see which one leads to the best-looking scar. You may be eligible if you are having a mastectomy without immediate reconstruction.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT07388108Recruiting
Predicting heart rhythm problems after heart surgery
This trial studies whether measuring how the upper chambers of the heart work together can help predict dangerous heart rhythms after heart surgery. If you are in normal heart rhythm and not having mitral valve surgery, this study may help doctors better prevent complications.
Mendoza, MendozzAges 18–80 - NCT07207772Recruiting
Electric lung imaging vs. standard breathing support in weight-loss surgery
This study compares two ways of setting the breathing machine during weight-loss surgery: one guided by electrical impedance tomography (EIT) and the other by standard care. The goal is to see which one helps your lungs work better during and after surgery.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–65 - NCT07488468Recruiting
Shortening fasting before planned surgery
This trial tests a program to reduce how long patients must fast before elective surgery. Shorter fasting may make patients more comfortable and could help recovery.
GiessenAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative complications?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 201 recruiting postoperative complications 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 complications 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 complications 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
- Postoperative Pulmonary Complications
- Postoperative Pulmonary Complications (PPCs)
- Perioperative/Postoperative Complications
- Postoperative Respiratory Complications
- Postoperative Complications (Cardiopulmonary)
- POSTOPERATIVE DELIRIUM AND POSTOPERATIVE COGNITIVE DECLINE
- Postoperative Pain
- Postoperative Delirium
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.