Optimized post-discharge care for older colon cancer patients
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests better nutrition and follow-up care for older patients after colon cancer surgery. It focuses on people who are somewhat frail and at risk for poor nutrition, to see if extra support at home can improve recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You have a moderate level of frailty before surgery (needing some help with daily tasks)
- You are at moderate to high risk for poor nutrition according to a standard assessment
- You are having planned (not emergency) colon cancer surgery through small incisions (laparoscopic or robotic)
- You will not have a stoma (an opening on your belly for waste) after surgery, and you will go home directly after leaving the hospital
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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