Study of aging around major non-heart surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at changes in health and function in older adults before and after major surgery. It may help doctors understand how “aging” affects recovery and what could improve outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older.
- You are scheduled for a major surgery that is expected to take at least 2 hours and require at least 1 day in the hospital afterward.
- You can speak English, Chinese, or Malay.
- You can understand the study and sign consent (with help if needed).
- Your planned surgery is not an emergency, and it’s not a neurological (brain/spine) procedure.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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