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New treatment option for Emergency Abdominal Surgery
Official title Physiotherapy After Emergency Laparotomy in the Elderly
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07504185
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Emergency laparotomy is associated with high postoperative morbidity and mortality. This risk is particularly high among elderly patients, who often present with reduced physiological reserve, frailty, and multimorbidity.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients aged ≥ 65 years
- Undergoing emergency laparotomy with or without stoma creation (adhesiolysis, right hemicolectomy, total colectomy, Hartmann's procedure...
You likely can't join if
- Patients with Dementia (Abbreviated Mental Test Score \< 6)
- Pre-existing severe disabilities affecting mobility
- Patients with contraindications to physiotherapy (e.g., severe cardiopulmonary instability)
- Patients transferred postoperatively from other hospitals
- Patients who underwent no intervention during laparotomy (negative laparotomies)
- Patients undergoing palliative procedures and at the end of life
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nicosia, Cyprus
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nicosia, Cyprus. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.