Clinical trials
Preoperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting preoperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 376 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07445997Recruiting
HbA1c and kidney injury after heart bypass surgery
This study looks at whether blood sugar levels (HbA1c) before surgery are linked to kidney problems after coronary artery bypass surgery. It may help doctors understand how to reduce risks for people with diabetes or high blood sugar.
BursaAges 18 years+ - NCT07450014Recruiting
Does anxiety before surgery affect risks from spinal anesthesia?
This study looks at whether how anxious you feel before surgery affects your risk of a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure (vasovagal event) when you receive spinal anesthesia. Participation may help doctors better understand and prevent these episodes.
SanliurfaAges 18–65 - NCT06765538Recruiting
Video vs. in-person anesthesia check before surgery
This trial compares a video call with a face-to-face meeting for your pre-surgery anesthesia check. The goal is to see if the video option works just as well, which could save you a trip to the hospital.
Copenhagen, Region SjællandAges 18 years+ - NCT07439679Recruiting
Anxiety Before Double Jaw Surgery and Your Recovery
This trial studies how anxiety before double jaw surgery affects your body during surgery and your recovery (pain, swelling, and ability to open your mouth). Researchers will use a simple anxiety questionnaire to see if feeling anxious changes your surgical experience.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06808945Recruiting
Prehabilitation program for liver transplant patients
This study tests a pre-surgery exercise and nutrition program (prehabilitation) for people waiting for a liver transplant. It aims to see if getting stronger before surgery can help you recover better after the transplant.
RotterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT07423767Recruiting
Counseling before ACL surgery to reduce fear and improve recovery
This study tests whether a short counseling program before ACL surgery can help reduce fear of movement and improve recovery. If you are preparing for your first ACL reconstruction, this program may help you feel more confident and get back to activities sooner.
Beijing, None SelectedAges 18–45 - NCT07424170Recruiting
Exercise and brain function in older adults after surgery
This trial tests whether a special protein released during exercise (irisin) can help protect brain function and prevent confusion after surgery in older adults. It involves non-heart surgery with spinal anesthesia.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06784089Recruiting
Hip fracture type, nutrition and pain after surgery
This study looks at how a person's nutrition before hip surgery relates to their pain levels after surgery. It aims to help doctors improve recovery for older adults.
AnkaraAges 65 years+ - NCT07413302Recruiting
Predicting recovery after back surgery for leg weakness
This study looks at which factors before surgery help predict how well leg weakness improves after a single-level microdiskectomy (minimally invasive back surgery for a slipped disk). It may help you understand what to expect if you are having this procedure.
KavalaAges 18 years+ - NCT07414251Recruiting
Preparing children for heart procedures
This study looks at how children prepare for heart surgery or a heart catheterization. It will ask families to fill out questionnaires to help improve preoperative care.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges Up to 18 years - NCT07411625Recruiting
Pre-surgery exercise program for ACL injury patients
This trial tests whether doing special exercises before ACL surgery (called prehabilitation) helps you recover better after the operation. It's for people who have a first-time ACL tear and are scheduled for reconstruction surgery using a tendon from their own body.
NantesAges 18 years+ - NCT07403747Recruiting
Using a ride-on toy car to reduce anxiety during surgery prep
This study tests if letting preschool boys ride a toy car to the operating room helps them feel less anxious. It may be a good option if your child is having tonsil or adenoid surgery for the first time.
AnkaraAges 3–7 - NCT07399093Recruiting
Ultrasound test before brain surgery anesthesia
This trial uses ultrasound to measure blood flow and fluid levels in the body before brain surgery. It aims to help doctors manage fluids better during and after anesthesia.
CairoAges 18–40 - NCT07403773Recruiting
Home doll vs hospital doll for preschool girls before surgery
This study compares having your child bring her own doll from home versus using a hospital doll to help her feel less anxious before tonsil or adenoid surgery. The goal is to see which doll works better to reduce fear.
Ankara, ÇANKAYAAges 3–7 - NCT06826885Recruiting
Comparing two types of radiation for breast cancer
This trial is testing how well two different radiation techniques, IMPT and IMRT, work for treating breast cancer. It aims to see which one is safer and more effective, so you might benefit from a potentially better treatment approach.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06812728RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and radiation before surgery for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests giving a strong chemotherapy combination (FOLFIRINOX) followed by radiation before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. If you have stage 3 or high-risk stage 2 rectal cancer that has not spread, this approach may shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shibīn al Kawm, MenoufiaAges 18–70 - NCT06266312Recruiting
Lifestyle program before breast cancer surgery
This study tests whether a program of healthy eating, exercise, and stress management before breast cancer surgery is practical and helpful for patients who will receive chemotherapy first. It aims to see if a lifestyle plan can improve your well-being during treatment.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07379775Recruiting
Testing AAR for nasal obstruction surgery decisions
This trial tests whether a simple device that measures your breathing (AAR) is reliable enough to help doctors decide if surgery is needed for nasal obstruction. It looks at patients who already plan to have surgery to see if this test matches what the surgeon finds.
Draguignan, VarAges 18 years+ - NCT07370987RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing pancreatic fistula after surgery with pre-surgery radiation
This trial tests if a short course of radiation before surgery can lower the risk of a pancreatic leak (a common complication). It is for people who are overweight, older than 45, and have a small pancreatic duct.
ParisAges 45 years+ - NCT06830330Recruiting
Virtual reality for anxiety before abdominal surgery
This trial tests if using virtual reality (a headset that shows calming images) before surgery can reduce fear and anxiety in people having laparoscopic abdominal surgery (a type of keyhole surgery). It might offer a relaxing, drug-free way to feel calmer before the procedure.
Adana, SarıçamAges 18 years+ - NCT07368205Recruiting
Risk assessment before surgery for endometrial cancer
This trial looks at better ways to predict how aggressive your endometrial cancer is before surgery, so doctors can decide if they need to check your lymph nodes. It may help tailor your treatment to avoid unnecessary procedures.
Hradec KrálovéAges 18 years+ - NCT07362589Enrolling by invitation
Does pain education before knee or hip replacement help?
This study tests whether a special education session before knee or hip replacement surgery can help reduce anxiety, pain, and the need for pain medicine after surgery. If you are scheduled for joint replacement and can take part in a short learning session, you may be eligible.
Istanbul, KayişdağiAges 18 years+ - NCT07366515Recruiting
Virtual reality to reduce anxiety before cancer surgery
This study tests if using virtual reality before surgery can help lower anxiety in cancer patients. You would participate while waiting for your operation at the hospital.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT07356895Recruiting
Social stories for children with autism having surgery
This trial tests if reading a special storybook at home helps children with autism feel calmer and cooperate better when they go in for surgery.
AnkaraAges 3–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for preoperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 376 recruiting preoperative 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 preoperative 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 preoperative 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.