Psychological support before complex stomach or intestinal surgery
Part of Digestive system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a psychological program before major abdominal surgery can help reduce distress and improve recovery. Participants will receive extra mental health support to prepare for their operation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a complex gastrointestinal (stomach or intestinal) surgery scheduled at Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- Your surgery is at least 8 weeks after you join the study
- You score above 31 on a PTSD screening questionnaire
- You can understand and complete the study procedures in English
- You do not have a severe or unstable psychiatric condition that would make participation unsafe
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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