Pre-surgery check for older adults
This trial tests whether a comprehensive geriatric assessment before major surgery helps older adults. It looks at how well clinics can offer this check to patients 80 or older.
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Who can take part
- You are 80 years or older
- You are scheduled for an elective major surgery that requires an overnight stay in the hospital
- You have a surgeon who agrees to take part
- Or you are a healthcare provider working in a clinic that does these assessments
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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