Belly muscle scan may predict opioid needs in elderly surgery

NCT ID NCT07545824

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study will check if measuring belly muscle thickness with ultrasound before surgery can help predict how much pain medicine older patients need after abdominal surgery. Researchers will track pain scores and opioid use in 62 patients aged 65 and older during the first 24 hours after surgery. The goal is to find simple ways to personalize pain management and reduce unnecessary opioid use.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Istinye Üniversity

    Istanbul, Merkez Mahallesi, 34250, Turkey (Türkiye)

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