Smartphone app may predict recovery in older surgery patients
NCT ID NCT05886725
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether a smartphone app can measure how well older adults (60+) walk before and after major abdominal surgery. Researchers will track walking speed and recovery over time using the app and an accelerometer. The goal is to find a simple way to identify patients who might need extra help recovering.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple at-home test to identify older adults at risk of poor recovery after surgery.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The app-based test may not be as accurate as in-clinic assessments.
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University of Chicago Medical Center
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
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