Pain relief without opioids for older adults having abdominal surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Digestive system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether avoiding opioid pain medicines during surgery can lower the chance of confusion or delirium after the operation. It is for adults aged 65 or older who are having planned abdominal surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older.
- You are scheduled for elective (not emergency) surgery on your stomach or intestines.
- You are in generally good health (classified as ASA I–III, meaning mild to moderate health conditions).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 30.
- You are considered frail, based on a standard frailty score.
- You do not have severe memory or thinking problems, and you have not had a stroke or a psychotic disorder.
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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