Prehabilitation before cancer surgery study
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a comprehensive program of exercise, nutrition, and wellness support before and after major cancer surgery. It aims to help patients recover faster and better, whether or not they also receive chemotherapy or radiation before surgery.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years or older.
- Have a diagnosis of pancreatic, bile duct, duodenal, ampullary, ovarian, kidney, or bladder cancer that can be surgically removed.
- Be considered frail or pre-frail (a measure of physical vulnerability).
- Be willing to follow a prehabilitation program that includes special protein supplements and exercise.
- Have access to a smartphone (yours or a caregiver's) and speak and read English.
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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