Frailty may predict quality of life after emergency heart surgery in seniors

NCT ID NCT07677319

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether a simple frailty score can predict how well people aged 75 and older recover one year after emergency heart surgery. Researchers will track quality of life and survival in 265 participants over 12 months. The goal is to see if frailty, measured before surgery, is linked to fewer quality-adjusted life years after the operation.

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 key predictor, doctors could better identify older patients who may need extra support after emergency heart surgery.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all older adults or hospital settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CARDIAC SURGERY FRAILTY QALYS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University Hospital, Bordeaux
RECRUITING

Bordeaux, France, 33076, France

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