Clinical trials
Postoperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,426 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05929755RecruitingPhase 4
Depo-Medrol after lumbar surgery through the psoas muscle
This trial studies whether a steroid shot called Depo-Medrol, given after a specific type of lower-back surgery, can improve recovery and outcomes. It’s only for people who are having a certain lumbar fusion procedure at specific spinal levels.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 18–75 - NCT05931068Recruiting
Measuring energy use during major liver surgery
This study looks at how much energy your body uses during major liver surgery by measuring breathing and metabolism. It may help doctors better plan care around surgery and understand how your body responds.
MaastrichtAges 18 years+ - NCT05937438RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Radiation then immunotherapy after esophagus surgery
This trial studies giving radiation right after esophagus surgery, followed by immunotherapy, to keep the cancer from coming back. It is for people with a specific type and stage of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT05943444Recruiting
Compares two ways to preserve bowel function after rectal surgery
This trial compares two surgical techniques to see which one better preserves anal function after surgery for low rectal cancer. If you may be eligible for anal-preserving surgery, it may help your care team choose the approach that best protects bowel control.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05954078RecruitingPhase 3
ctDNA-guided chemotherapy after colon cancer surgery
This trial checks whether a special blood test (ctDNA methylation) can help decide the best chemotherapy after surgery for people at higher risk of colon cancer coming back. It may help spare some patients unnecessary treatment while aiming to improve outcomes for those likely to relapse.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT05979493RecruitingPhase 4
Nerve block for pain after fibroid surgery
This study tests whether a nerve block (QL block) can help with pain after surgery to remove uterine fibroids while keeping the uterus. It may be a good option if you are having a laparoscopic myomectomy and want to manage pain without strong opioids.
Beachwood, OhioAges 18–45 - NCT05985629RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing shot behind the knee for ACL surgery pain
This study tests whether an extra numbing shot (called IPACK) behind the knee helps reduce pain and the need for strong pain medicine after ACL reconstruction surgery. It's for patients who are having their first ACL surgery and are not using a donor graft.
Maywood, IllinoisAges 16 years+ - NCT05991453Recruiting
Recovery after IV vs. inhaled anesthesia for non-cardiac surgery
This trial compares recovery after two types of general anesthesia: one given through an IV (propofol) and one inhaled as a gas. It aims to see which approach leads to a smoother recovery for people having non-cardiac surgery.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT05993754Recruiting
Preventing confusion after surgery in frail older adults
This study tests whether a special nursing care plan can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults who are frail. If you are 65 or older, having planned surgery, and generally healthy enough, this trial may be an option.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 65 years+ - NCT06001502Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety after heart bypass surgery
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) goggles after heart bypass surgery can help reduce pain and anxiety. If you are having a planned CABG and have no major vision, hearing, or other health issues, you may be eligible.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06018961Recruiting
Study of bowel slowdown after digestive surgery
This study is looking at how common and severe a condition called 'postoperative ileus' (temporary slowdown of the bowel) is after planned digestive tract surgeries. It will help doctors better understand and manage this complication.
ToulouseAges 18 years+ - NCT06020677Recruiting
Latinx children and surgery study
This study looks at how Latinx families manage their child's pain after outpatient surgery. It aims to improve care for Spanish-speaking families.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 2–7 - NCT06023069Recruiting
Walking test before surgery and recovery after
This study checks how well you can walk before your planned surgery and whether that affects how quickly you recover afterward.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06030440RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Lowering radiation after head and neck cancer surgery
This study tests whether giving a lower dose of radiation after surgery for head and neck cancer is as safe and effective as the standard dose. It aims to reduce side effects while still preventing the cancer from coming back.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06042699Recruiting
Iron deficiency and scoliosis study for teens and young adults
This study tests whether giving iron supplements before spinal fusion surgery can help kids with low iron levels. It aims to understand iron deficiency in young people with scoliosis and improve their surgical outcomes.
New York, New YorkAges 10–26 - NCT06063538RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Preventing irregular heartbeat after heart surgery with amiodarone
This trial tests if placing a small amount of amiodarone medicine near the heart during open-chest surgery can help prevent a common irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) that often happens after heart surgery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 20–85 - NCT06075004Recruiting
Hip pain relief study comparing two injection methods
This trial tests two ways to give pain medicine around the hip joint during surgery to see which provides better pain relief. It may help patients experience less pain after hip replacement.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18–80 - NCT06083051Recruiting
Comparing symptoms from different ureteral stents after stone surgery
This study compares four types of ureteral stents to see which causes the fewest side effects after kidney stone treatment. If you have a stent placed after stone surgery, your symptoms will be tracked to help find the best option.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18–89 - NCT06083480RecruitingPhase 4
Reducing stress to prevent long-term pain after knee replacement
This trial tests if lowering oxidative stress (damage from natural body processes) during knee replacement surgery can prevent chronic pain afterward. It may help people with osteoarthritis who have moderate to severe pain before surgery.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 50 years+ - NCT06087510RecruitingPhase 4
Different doses of esketamine and dexmedetomidine for pain after scoliosis surgery
This trial tests two different doses of esketamine and dexmedetomidine to see which provides better pain relief after scoliosis correction surgery. It aims to improve your recovery and long-term outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06088420Recruiting
Pain relief after cesarean section with nerve blocks
This study compares different nerve blocks for pain control after a planned cesarean delivery. The goal is to find which block provides the best pain relief with fewer side effects.
Asyut, ManfaloutAges 18–40 - 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 - NCT06094257Recruiting
Study on sensation and satisfaction after mastectomy
This study looks at how people feel after mastectomy, including transgender patients and those having nipple-sparing surgery. It aims to understand sensation and satisfaction to improve future care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,426 recruiting postoperative 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 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 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.