Blood flow and heart damage in older adults having cancer surgery
This study looks at how blood flow changes during major abdominal cancer surgery in older adults and whether it relates to heart damage after surgery. Participants will have their blood flow monitored during surgery and a blood test 24 hours later.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older.
- You are undergoing major abdominal surgery for cancer.
- Your surgery is not an emergency.
- You do not have advanced heart failure.
- You do not have severe pulmonary hypertension.
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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