Clinical trials
Surgical clinical trials
Below are recruiting surgical clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,180 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06858020Recruiting
Hernia prevention after abdominal surgery study
This trial tests if a preventive measure during open abdominal surgery can reduce the chance of developing a hernia later. It is for patients who are having a midline cut that is closed later, not right away, and who are over 18.
HamarAges 18 years+ - NCT07339111RecruitingPhase 3
CARTISTEM vs surgery for knee cartilage damage and osteoarthritis
This trial tests if a cell-based treatment called CARTISTEM can repair knee cartilage better than surgery alone. It involves people with knee osteoarthritis and a cartilage defect, with moderate pain and limited function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT07338006Recruiting
Chest wall reconstruction study
This trial studies patients who need surgery to rebuild part of their chest wall after a defect. It looks at how well different reconstruction methods work, especially for larger defects that can't be simply closed.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07335939Recruiting
Abortion at 14-16 Weeks: Bleeding Risk in Medicine vs. Surgery
This trial compares bleeding risks between surgical and medical abortion procedures when you are 14 to 16 weeks pregnant. It helps doctors understand which method might be safer for you.
StrasbourgAges 18–40 - NCT07340151Recruiting
Surgery for limited liver or lung pancreatic cancer spread
This trial tests whether removing or ablating limited liver or lung tumors from pancreatic cancer that has not spread elsewhere, along with a specific chemotherapy (NALIRIFOX), can help patients. It is for people who have not had any previous cancer treatment.
San Antonio, TexasAges Any age - NCT07327125Recruiting
Skin closure methods and body image after gynecologic surgery
This study compares different ways of closing the skin after open gynecologic surgery for cancer to see which one leads to better body image and emotional well-being. It might help you feel more comfortable with your scar after surgery.
IstanbulAges 17–60 - NCT07331129Recruiting
Nerve block for pain relief in groin lymph node surgery
This trial tests a special ultrasound-guided nerve block to reduce pain during and after groin lymph node removal. It may help patients undergoing this type of cancer surgery have less pain and use fewer painkillers.
CairoAges 18–65 - 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+ - NCT07325747Recruiting
Immediate vs. delayed surgery for infected dental implants
This study compares getting surgery right away versus waiting for infected dental implants. If you have a failing implant with bone loss around it, this trial may help decide the best time to fix it.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07325188Recruiting
Smart Guide for Toric Lens Positioning in Cataract Surgery
This trial tests a new guidance system to help doctors place toric lenses more accurately during cataract surgery. It may help people who need a toric lens to correct astigmatism.
Gainesville, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07326345Recruiting
Study comparing ways to widen the upper jaw
This trial tests different methods to widen a narrow upper jaw and see how they affect the nose and face bones. It is for people 15 and older who have a crossbite (when upper teeth sit inside lower teeth).
Istanbul, FatihAges 15 years+ - NCT06595329RecruitingPhase 1
Pain relief after kidney cancer surgery: epidural vs spinal opioids
This trial compares two ways to manage pain after open kidney cancer surgery: an epidural (a thin tube placed near your spine) versus a single spinal injection of opioids. Both aim to control pain, but the study wants to see which method works better, with fewer side effects.
SplitAges 18 years+ - NCT04606030Recruiting
Tested lymph surgery for breast-cancer–related arm swelling
This trial studies a specialized lymph surgery (called VLNT, moving lymph tissue) to treat swelling in an arm caused by breast cancer treatment. It may help reduce lymphedema that doesn’t fully improve with compression and elevation.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT05695924Recruiting
Surgery to reduce arm swelling after breast cancer
This trial studies whether a specific surgery (a lymph vessel transplant) can reduce upper-arm lymphedema in people who developed swelling after breast cancer treatment. You must already have tried standard therapy and still have persistent, mild-to-moderate swelling.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07320118Recruiting
Knee cartilage repair and osteoarthritis prevention study
This study looks at whether fixing knee cartilage damage can prevent arthritis later. It compares different treatments to see if they help avoid long-term joint problems.
OswestryAges Any age - NCT04934462Recruiting
Non-surgical or arthroscopic treatment for hip microinstability
This study looks at treatment options that may help people with “hip microinstability,” where the hip can feel unstable or not sit perfectly. Researchers will compare non-surgical care and a minimally invasive surgery option to see what works best and why it helps.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07322523Recruiting
Smartwatch study before disc surgery
This study tests if a smartwatch can accurately measure your heart rate and anxiety levels the night before disc surgery. You'll wear the watch for 8 hours to see if it's a good alternative to hospital monitors.
KayseriAges 22 years+ - NCT07318298Recruiting
Hyaluronic acid injection for wisdom tooth socket healing
This trial tests if injecting hyaluronic acid into the sockets after wisdom tooth removal helps bone heal faster. It may be an option if you need both lower wisdom teeth removed and are generally healthy.
IrbidAges 18–35 - NCT06514677Recruiting
Nonsurgical treatment for implant infection with ultrasonic carbon tip
This study tests whether using a special ultrasonic carbon tip (a gentle cleaning tool) can treat infection around a dental implant without surgery. It is for people with a single problem implant who are otherwise healthy and have good oral hygiene.
KütahyaAges 18–99 - NCT07311876Recruiting
Robotic surgery for head and neck lymphedema
This trial tests a new robotic-assisted surgery to reconnect tiny lymph vessels in people with head and neck swelling. It may help reduce the swelling and improve daily life.
KielAges 22 years+ - NCT07311889Enrolling by invitation
Patient satisfaction with ELIXIR MD during plastic surgery recovery
This study looks at how satisfied patients are with their recovery after plastic surgery when the ELIXIR MD device is used. It aims to understand if this device helps improve the recovery experience.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06780735Recruiting
Breast-sparing surgery using a special dye after chemo
This trial tests a technique where doctors use a special dye (ICG) to guide breast-conserving surgery in patients whose tumors have shrunk enough after chemotherapy. The goal is to remove only the cancer while saving as much healthy breast tissue as possible.
Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 18 years+ - NCT07310888Recruiting
Robotic stomach surgery using a 5th arm
This trial tests a new robotic technique for stomach cancer surgery using an extra robot arm. It may help you recover faster and with fewer complications.
Hong KongAges 18–75 - NCT07309848Recruiting
Hip fracture surgery timing and blood transfusion risk on DOACs
This study looks at whether the timing of hip fracture surgery affects the need for blood transfusions in patients taking blood thinners (DOACs). It might help guide better care for people on these medications.
AlmeloAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for surgical?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,180 recruiting surgical 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 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 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.