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
- NCT06133777Recruiting
Breathing patterns and complications after lung surgery
This study looks at how the way you breathe during lung surgery might affect your recovery. It will help doctors understand if certain breathing patterns can predict complications after surgery.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT06126601Recruiting
Study on blood enzyme levels after pancreas surgery
This study checks if high levels of a certain enzyme (called amylase) in the blood after pancreas surgery can help predict recovery and complications. The goal is to improve patient safety after the operation.
DresdenAges 18–85 - NCT06107517Recruiting
Reducing delirium after heart bypass with early activity and sleep routines
This trial tests a program that combines gentle early activity and sleep-friendly routines after heart bypass surgery. It aims to reduce the risk of delirium—sudden confusion that can happen after surgery.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT06100172Recruiting
Ear Stimulation After Back Surgery
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation placed on the ear (tAuricular Neurostimulation) can help reduce pain and improve recovery after lumbar spine surgery. It is for people who are already scheduled for a lumbar fusion or laminectomy and want to see if this non-invasive approach can ease their post-surgery discomfort.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–85 - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT04164173Recruiting
Breathing therapies after heart surgery for lung overinflation
This study looks at breathing (respiratory) therapies to help after certain heart surgeries that can cause the lungs to feel overly inflated. If you’re eligible, you may receive and be assessed for how well these breathing treatments work during your recovery.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT06057675RecruitingPhase 2
Tranexamic acid for nose reconstruction after Mohs surgery
This trial tests if tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps blood clot) reduces bleeding and bruising during nose reconstruction after skin cancer removal. It is for adults having a specific type of flap repair on their nose.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06077422Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing two pain blocks for heart surgery recovery
This trial compares two types of pain blocks (Exparel vs. Marcaine) given during heart surgery to see which one provides better pain relief. If you are scheduled for a heart surgery through a small or full chest incision, you may be able to join.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06067893Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Low dose sedation medicine for pain after scoliosis surgery
This trial tests a low dose of a sedative medicine, dexmedetomidine, given during and after spine surgery to see if it helps with pain. It is for teens and adults with scoliosis having back fusion surgery.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 10–21 - NCT04219956Recruiting
Low-sugar diet aims to reduce belly-surgery pain
This study tests whether a special diet low in polyamines (a food-related substance) can reduce pain after major abdominal surgery. It compares pain control while you use a patient-controlled morphine pump or take opioid tablets by mouth after surgery.
BrestAges 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 - NCT06054802Enrolling by invitation
Sleep and pain after spine surgery in teens
This study looks at how sleep quality before and after spine surgery affects pain recovery. It uses text messages to check in with participants, so a mobile device is needed.
Columbus, OhioAges 10–18 - 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+ - NCT06020677Recruiting
Study on Latinx children's pain after surgery
This study looks at how parents manage their child's pain after surgery, focusing on Latinx families who speak Spanish at home. By understanding these experiences, doctors hope to improve pain care for children.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 2–12 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT05999721Recruiting
Nerve block for better breathing after heart surgery
This trial is testing a nerve block (a numbing injection) placed near the breastbone to see if it helps your lungs work better after heart surgery. If you are having planned heart surgery through a breastbone cut, you may be able to join.
Petah TikvaAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - NCT05893030Recruiting
Monitoring pain and sleep medicines to prevent complications after surgery
This study looks at whether closely monitoring opioid and sleep medicines during and after surgery can lower organ problems and death in older adults at high risk. If you qualify, your team will track how these medicines are given to help keep you safer in the postoperative period.
AmiensAges 75 years+
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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.