Predicting and preventing complications after major surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at ways to predict and prevent complications in older adults after major heart or blood vessel surgery. It may help reduce risks and improve recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for major heart surgery, such as bypass or valve repair, or major blood vessel surgery, such as carotid or aortic aneurysm repair.
- You are able to give informed consent and speak English.
- Your surgery requires an overnight hospital stay (not same-day discharge).
- You do not have severe vision problems, weakness, or other conditions that would prevent you from doing study tasks or tests.
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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