Pre-surgery nutrition for frail seniors with hip fractures
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests if giving a special protein drink before surgery helps frail older adults with a broken hip recover better. It might reduce complications after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You have a broken hip (femur fracture)
- You are considered frail (score 5 or higher on a frailty scale)
- Your doctors expect you will need intensive care after surgery
- You can safely take nutrition by mouth or feeding tube
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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