Pre-surgery fitness program for older adults with abdominal cancer
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a pre-surgery health and exercise program (prehabilitation) for older adults with abdominal cancer. The goal is to see if getting fitter before surgery leads to better recovery.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with a cancer in your abdomen (like colon, stomach, pancreas, liver, or bladder cancer).
- You are scheduled for planned (non-emergency) major surgery at Siriraj Hospital and are enrolled in their ERAS program.
- You will have at least 14 days before your surgery to take part in a prehabilitation program.
- You are able to understand the study information and agree to join by signing a consent form.
- You do not have serious heart, lung, or bone/joint problems that make exercise unsafe.
- You do not have significant memory problems or mental health issues that would prevent you from following the program.
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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