Clinical trials
Surgical Procedures, Operative clinical trials
Below are recruiting surgical procedures, operative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 39 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07727876Recruiting
Ready for safe cancer treatment: A program to improve surgery recovery
This trial tests a comprehensive program to help patients prepare for and recover from cancer surgery. It aims to reduce complications and improve outcomes.
Wroclaw, Lower Silesian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT01524276Recruiting
Registry to track outcomes of Medtronic medical devices
This is a follow-up registry that collects information from people who have (or will receive) an eligible Medtronic device. It helps the company and doctors better understand how the device works in real-world use.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Any age - NCT06536439Recruiting
Digital tool to plan kidney clamping during robotic surgery
This trial tests a new digital tool that helps surgeons plan the best way to clamp the blood supply to your kidney during robotic surgery. The tool aims to reduce damage to healthy kidney tissue while still blocking the tumor's blood flow.
AalstAges 18 years+ - NCT06621407Recruiting
Best drainage method after burr hole for chronic subdural hematoma
This trial compares different ways to drain a chronic subdural hematoma after a single burr hole procedure. It aims to find which method works best to help your brain recover.
AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT07138105Enrolling by invitation
Survey on AI in Sudan surgery
This survey asks doctors in Sudan about their experiences and views on using artificial intelligence in surgery. It aims to understand current practices and help plan future training.
Khartoum, Khartoum StateAges Any age - NCT06279793RecruitingPhase 2
Fish oil for recovery after high-risk heart surgery
This trial tests if giving fish oil through a vein before and after heart surgery can help patients recover faster. It is for people who have a high risk of complications during surgery.
AugsburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06738004Recruiting
Emergency bariatric surgery national audit
This trial is collecting information about people who have emergency complications after weight loss (bariatric) surgery. It aims to understand how these emergencies are managed and how care can be improved.
LutonAges 18 years+ - NCT03489499Recruiting
Genetic testing study of pain after planned surgery
This study looks at whether genetic differences can help predict how much pain you may have after an elective (planned) operation. If you qualify, you may be asked to give consent and share information so researchers can compare pain experiences across people.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT05211375RecruitingPhase 3
Compare two weight-loss surgeries for type 2 diabetes control
This Phase 3 trial compares sleeve gastrectomy versus a different bypass-style operation to improve blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It may help some people lower blood sugar and diabetes medication needs, but you must meet specific safety and health criteria.
Seongnam-siAges 18 years+ - NCT06724380Recruiting
Finding health risks before planned surgery
This study checks for health risks during the routine anesthesia check-up before planned surgery. It helps find any hidden problems early so you can be safer during your operation.
Vilafranca Del Penedés, BarcelonaAges 18–50 - NCT02124499Recruiting
Study links genes to complications after scheduled surgery
This study looks at how certain genetic differences may affect the risk of complications and recovery outcomes after surgery. It may help doctors understand who is more likely to have problems around the time of an operation.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT07332806Recruiting
When to remove the breathing tube after robot surgery
This study looks at whether removing the breathing tube in the operating room versus the recovery room affects how quickly the operating room is ready for the next surgery. If you are having robot-assisted surgery with general anesthesia, you may be able to join.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT04194216Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Antibiotic prevention during rhinoplasty surgery
This trial studies whether giving antibiotics before and around rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) can lower the risk of infection. If you qualify, you may be randomized to receive antibiotic prevention or another approach to prevention.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04556019Recruiting
Study of past and future liver and bile-pancreas surgeries
This is a research study using information from people who had certain liver, bile duct, and pancreas surgeries in the hospital’s surgical team. It aims to review surgical results and may help improve how these operations are done.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 15–90 - NCT07228091Recruiting
Surgery efficiency study for combined eye procedures
This study looks at how efficiently surgeons perform a combined cataract and vitrectomy surgery. It may help improve future surgical techniques. You may qualify if you are already scheduled for this specific type of eye surgery.
ManchesterAges 18 years+ - NCT06240780Enrolling by invitation
Incrediwear recovery study for ACL and MCL surgery
This trial tests whether wearing Incrediwear clothing helps you recover faster after arthroscopic knee surgery for ACL or MCL tears. It is designed for people about to have surgery and who want to improve their healing process.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18–65 - NCT06751043Recruiting
Testing if fasting before a procedure is needed in ICU patients
This trial tests whether not eating before a procedure (called preoperative fasting) is better than fasting in ICU patients who are already receiving tube feedings. It aims to find out if skipping the fast can help you without causing extra risks.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06707363Recruiting
Psychological factors and pain after orthopedic surgery
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings affect your pain after orthopedic surgery. Researchers want to understand these factors to improve care for future patients.
Krakow, MalopolskaAges 18–65 - NCT06997094RecruitingPhase 1
Decitabine plus standard therapy for HPV-negative head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding the drug decitabine to standard treatment (surgery and possibly radiation) can help people with a type of head and neck cancer not caused by HPV. You would receive decitabine before surgery, and then continue with standard care after.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07484659Recruiting
Reducing waiting time for cataract surgery
This trial is testing a new way to reduce waiting time for cataract surgery. It may help you get your surgery sooner.
Guwahati, AssamAges 20 years+ - NCT06991673Enrolling by invitation
Surgery support app for teens
This study tests a new support app for teens having surgery. It's designed to help with pain and recovery. Both the teen and a caregiver (who provides at least half the care) are needed.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 12–99 - NCT06368817RecruitingPhase 2
Lower radiation dose for children with CNS germinoma
This trial will see if giving a lower dose of radiation therapy can still effectively treat children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called germinoma. The goal is to reduce side effects while keeping the cancer under control.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 3–29 - NCT03230565RecruitingPhase 4
Continuous vs bolus pain medication through nerve catheter
This study compares two ways of delivering numbing pain medicine through a nerve catheter after surgery: a steady infusion versus scheduled bolus doses. It aims to see which method works better and is easier to use for post-operative pain control.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03438474Recruiting
Lymph node surgery study for certain early endometrial cancers
This trial studies whether adding lymph node removal (lymphadenectomy) during surgery helps people with certain early-stage endometrial cancer. It focuses on patients who do not have visibly enlarged lymph nodes and who can safely have the operation.
AalenAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for surgical procedures, operative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 39 recruiting surgical procedures, operative 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 surgical procedures, operative 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 surgical procedures, operative 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.