POSTOPERATIVE CARE

This study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can lower inflammation and pain after major spine surgery. About 50 adults having long-segment spinal fusion will be randomly assigned to receive the stimulation or standard care. Researchers…

This study looks at whether giving a mix of two sedatives (dexmedetomidine and esketamine) to older patients in the ICU after surgery can lower their chances of developing delirium—a state of sudden confusion. About 100 people aged 60 and older who are expected to stay in the ICU…

This study tests whether a single dose of methadone given during brain surgery can control pain and improve recovery better than the standard drug remifentanil. About 40 adults having elective brain surgery will take part. The goal is to see if methadone leads to less pain and op…

This study compares methadone (a long-acting opioid) with standard short-acting opioids like fentanyl for pain control after cleft palate repair in children aged 6 months to 4 years. The goal is to see if methadone reduces the total amount of pain medicine needed. About 60 childr…

This study looks at whether a Chinese herbal medicine nasal rinse can help people feel better and heal faster after sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis. About 80 adults who have already had surgery will use the rinse for two months. The goal is to see if it reduces symptoms and i…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can improve recovery for people after lung cancer surgery. About 868 adults who had lung cancer surgery will be split into two groups: one gets usual care, and the other gets usual care plus an AI app that tracks sym…

This study tests whether adding sensory and cognitive activities—like listening to music, gentle touch, or simple brain games—to standard ICU care can help adults recover after heart surgery. Researchers will measure anxiety, vital signs, and physical function in 125 patients. Th…

This study is testing whether a special nutrition shake given after surgery can help older adults (70+) regain physical and mental function faster. Half of the 100 participants will receive the shake daily for 30 days, while the other half will follow standard recovery advice. Th…

This study looks at whether machine learning (a type of artificial intelligence) can accurately predict how long spinal anesthesia lasts in people having knee replacement surgery. Researchers will use patient information like age, surgery details, and anesthesia data to train com…