Could frailty predict gallbladder surgery risks in seniors?
NCT ID NCT07696078
First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether frailty — a state of reduced strength and physical function — increases the risk of complications after gallbladder removal surgery in people over 60 with acute cholecystitis. Researchers will track patients who undergo open cholecystectomy and record any post-surgery problems. The goal is to understand if frailty is a key factor in recovery outcomes for older adults.
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 frailty is confirmed as a risk factor, surgeons could better identify older patients who need extra care before and after gallbladder surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It can show links but cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all older patients.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Started
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Apr 2016
- Finished
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Apr 2026
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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60 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: old age patients with acute cholecystitis - Exclusion Criteria:young age, severe liver diseases \-
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