Clinical trials
Postoperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,397 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03734952Recruiting
Radiation after esophagus surgery for stage II–III cancer
This study looks at whether giving radiation after surgery (after chemo and radiation before surgery) can improve outcomes for people with squamous cell esophagus cancer in the chest. You may be considered if you are well enough for treatment and your cancer has not spread.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–65 - NCT05777824RecruitingPhase 2
Testing treatment after head and neck cancer response to chemo-immunotherapy
This Phase 2 study looks at what treatment is best after you first receive chemotherapy plus immunotherapy, then have surgery for head and neck squamous cell cancer. It tries to use how your tumor responds (shown in lab tissue after treatment) to guide the next steps, which may improve outcomes.
Beijin, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06083558Recruiting
Pain and nausea after gallbladder surgery
This study looks at pain and nausea in adults who had their first gallbladder surgery between 2016 and 2025. It uses a national registry to understand recovery and help improve care.
Sundsvall, XAges 18 years+ - NCT06120387Recruiting
Radiation after kidney-sparing surgery for high-risk ureteral cancer
This trial tests whether adding radiation therapy after surgery that removes only part of the ureter or the entire kidney and ureter helps prevent cancer from coming back in patients who have high-risk features like aggressive cell type or deep tumor invasion.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06170710RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy after chemoradiation for high-risk head and neck cancer
This trial tests if adding immunotherapy after standard chemoradiation helps prevent cancer from returning in people with high-risk head and neck cancer. It is for those who have completed surgery and have certain high-risk features.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT07856537Recruiting
Timing of complications after surgery in the first day in intensive care
This study watches patients for the first 24 hours after they move to an intensive care unit (ICU) following surgery. It tracks when complications happen during that time to help improve care.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07857174Enrolling by invitation
Sleep monitoring during gynecologic surgery
This study looks at brain activity during surgery to see if it can predict sleep problems after surgery. It may help doctors find ways to improve sleep recovery in patients having gynecologic laparoscopic surgery.
YinchuanAges 18–80 - NCT07863960Recruiting
Light therapy for pain after cesarean section
This study tests a painless light treatment (photobiomodulation) applied to the cesarean incision to see if it reduces pain after surgery. It might help you recover with less discomfort.
Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán DepartmentAges 18–45 - NCT07864376Recruiting
Acupressure for warming after cesarean section
This study tests whether acupressure, a gentle pressure technique on specific body points, can help reduce shivering and keep you warm after a cesarean section. If you are a healthy woman having a planned cesarean with spinal anesthesia, this may help you recover more comfortably.
Samsun, SamsunAges 18–35 - NCT07859488Recruiting
Delirium risk after cancer surgery
After surgery for cancer in the belly area, some older adults become confused or have memory problems. This study looks for early signs in the blood that might predict this, so doctors can help prevent it.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07862088Recruiting
Managing complications from pancreatitis and pancreatic surgery
This study looks at how doctors treat complications that can happen after severe pancreatitis or pancreatic surgery, such as fluid collections or leaks. It aims to learn which treatments work best for these problems.
Ōtsu, ShigaAges 18 years+ - NCT07851857RecruitingPhase 3
Short course of antibiotics after head and neck cancer surgery
This trial tests whether giving antibiotics for one day after head and neck surgery works just as well as giving them for longer to prevent infections. It might help you have a smoother recovery with fewer side effects from antibiotics.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT07839728Enrolling by invitation
How common is low body temperature after surgery in recovery?
This study looks at how common low body temperature (hypothermia) is after surgery in recovery rooms. It aims to help improve patient care by measuring temperature changes and related outcomes.
Madrid, MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT06468852Recruiting
Fluid management during head and neck cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a specific way of giving fluids during surgery (called goal-directed fluid therapy) can improve recovery after head and neck cancer surgery. It involves having a small tube in your artery to closely watch your blood pressure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06467552Recruiting
Nutrition support to prevent confusion after major surgery
This study tests whether giving extra nutrition after surgery can help prevent confusion or delirium in older adults. It is for people aged 65 and older having major non-cardiac surgery.
SeoulAges 65 years+ - NCT07830446Recruiting
Pain relief injections for breast surgery
This trial tests whether a special numbing injection (called a fascial plane block) given before breast surgery can reduce pain after the operation. It compares this to standard pain management to see if it helps you recover with less discomfort.
BursaAges 18–80 - NCT07832552Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Eye drop treatment for pain and swelling after cataract surgery
This study tests a medication given as an injection during cataract surgery to prevent eye pain and swelling. It aims to see if it helps you recover more comfortably.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07831096Recruiting
Nerve block comparison for shoulder surgery pain relief
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after outpatient shoulder surgery. Participants will receive one of the two blocks, and the study will track their pain and recovery.
Varese, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07824791Recruiting
Predicting return of Crohn's disease after bowel surgery
This study looks at what happens to people with Crohn's disease after they have surgery to remove a diseased part of their intestine. The goal is to find patterns or signs that might help predict whether the disease will come back, which could help doctors plan better follow-up care.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT07810816Recruiting
Genetic testing for personalized pain relief after surgery
This study looks at how your genes affect your body's response to tramadol, a painkiller given through a pump after surgery. The goal is to see if your genetic makeup influences pain relief and side effects, which could help personalize pain treatment in the future.
Medellín, AntioquiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07815145Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for pain after hip replacement
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which provides better pain relief after hip replacement surgery. The blocks are given during surgery to reduce pain and may help you recover more comfortably.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 18–75 - NCT07812389Recruiting
Opioid-free anesthesia for sinus surgery
This trial tests whether avoiding opioid painkillers during and after sinus surgery helps patients recover faster and with fewer side effects, using a standard recovery plan called ERAS.
Ankara, ÇANKAYAAges 18–65 - NCT03116490Recruiting
Compares anesthesia types for recovery after hip fracture surgery
This study looks at whether using regional anesthesia or general anesthesia affects outcomes after hip fracture surgery in older adults. It may help doctors choose the safest anesthesia option for recovery and prognosis.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 60 years+ - NCT07795528Recruiting
Blood test to monitor colon cancer after surgery
This trial uses a simple blood test to look for tiny bits of tumor DNA after colon cancer surgery. If found, it may help doctors catch any remaining cancer early and guide further treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,397 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.