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New tool aims to help seniors get the surgery they really want

NCT ID NCT07664514

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Utah Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a communication tool called the FOCUS Guide. It is designed to help older adults (age 65 and up) and their surgeons talk about the goal of surgery during clinic visits. The study will see if using the guide leads to more discussions and documentation of surgery goals, and if care matches what patients want. About 180 people will take part at the University of Utah.

What this could mean

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Active substance
FOCUS Guide (a communication tool)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help older adults have clearer conversations with their surgeon about what they want from surgery, leading to care that better matches their goals.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 180 people at one hospital. The guide may not change how doctors and patients talk, or it may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

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.

Participants

About 180 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Aug 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

May 2029

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: For surgeons 1\. Surgeons who have regular outpatient clinics at the University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute For patients: 1. Age ≥65 years. 2. Presenting for in-person outpatient consultation regarding major non-urgent surgery with an enrolled surgeon. 3. Ability to provide informed consent. 4. English-speaking. Exclusion Criteria: For surgeons 1. Surgeons with a predominantly pediatric practice 2. Transplant surgeons For patients 1. Anticipated life expectancy \<3 months. 2. Inability to complete study procedures. 3. Patients presenting for minor procedures or non-operative consultations. 4. Telehealth consultation 5. Any clinical, cognitive, communication, or logistical factor that, in the opinion of the treating surgeon or investigator, would substantially interfere with participation or completion of study procedures.

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