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Quick Pre-Surgery tests may spot frail seniors at risk

NCT ID NCT06988176

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether easy, quick tests for frailty and muscle strength can help predict complications after major abdominal surgery in adults aged 65 and older. About 100 participants will do brief assessments during a routine pre-surgery visit, and researchers will check their recovery at 30 and 90 days. The goal is to see if these simple measures can be used in regular care to identify higher-risk patients.

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Study facts

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Participants

100 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2025

Finished

Aug 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Participants will be older adults (age 65 or older) undergoing planned major abdominal surgeries at the University of North Carolina (UNC) Medical Center. Patients will typically be recruited from the UNC Preoperative Anesthesia Clinic, where standard preoperative assessments are performed.

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Participants may be eligible for this study if they meet the following conditions: * Age 65 years or older. * Scheduled for elective (planned, non-emergency) major abdominal surgery, including colorectal, hepatobiliary, gynecologic, or urologic procedures. * Able to attend a routine preoperative evaluation visit. * Able and willing to complete brief assessments for muscle strength, walking, breathing strength, memory, and nutrition. Exclusion Criteria: Participants will not be eligible for the study if they have any of the following conditions: * Surgery is an emergency procedure. * Unable to walk independently (for example, dependent on a wheelchair or bed-bound). * Significant cognitive impairment that prevents understanding or completing study tests.

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Conditions

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Frailty Sarcopenia

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Elderly (people aged 65 or more) Frailty Hand strength Muscle strength Nutrition assessment Post operative complications Risk assessment Sarcopenia Sarcopenia in elderly

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of North Carolina

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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