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NCT06988176 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record
Frailty and Muscle Strength Tests in Older Adults Undergoing Major Surgery
A clinical trial of Frailty and Sarcopenia, sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- 100
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT06988176: Recruiting study of Frailty and Sarcopenia, sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
NCT06988176 is a study of Frailty and Sarcopenia that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. The registered enrollment target is 100 participants, below the 1,504-participant average among 48 other Frailty trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT06988176, a study of Frailty and Sarcopenia, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- 100 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
The goal of this observational study is to learn if simple tests for frailty and muscle strength can help predict which older adults (age 65 and older) are at higher risk for problems after major abdominal surgery. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Do measures of frailty and muscle strength, taken before surgery, predict complications after surgery? * Can these tests be easily done during a routine pre-surgical visit? Participants will: * Complete brief tests measuring muscle strength, breathing strength, physical function, nutrition status, body composition, and memory during a regular pre-surgical clinic appointment. * Allow researchers to review their medical records 30 and 90 days after surgery to identify any complications or health problems.
Primary Outcome
Percentage of participants successfully completing the entire frailty assessment battery within a 20-minute target during routine preoperative visits.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Frailty assessment, nutrition assessment, cognition assessment, muscle strength testing
Study Locations (1)
North Carolina
- University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-06-19 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-08 |
What NCT06988176 shows while recruiting
NCT06988176 is an observational study that tracks outcomes without assigning an intervention. The registered 100 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 1,504-participant average among 48 other Frailty trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower).
The record links to 9 conditions, with Frailty appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Frailty assessment, nutrition assessment, cognition assessment, muscle strength testing is the first listed.
NCT06988176 reports a single indexed study location in North Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06988176 about?
NCT06988176 is a clinical study titled "Frailty and Muscle Strength Tests in Older Adults Undergoing Major Surgery". The goal of this observational study is to learn if simple tests for frailty and muscle strength can help predict which older adults (age 65 and older) are at higher risk for problems after major abdominal surgery. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Do measures of frailty and muscle stren...
What is the current status of trial NCT06988176?
This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 100 participants. The study started on 2025-06-19. Estimated completion is 2026-08.
What conditions does trial NCT06988176 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Frailty, Sarcopenia, Postoperative Complications, Muscle Strength, Sarcopenia in Elderly.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06988176?
The interventions under investigation include: Frailty assessment, nutrition assessment, cognition assessment, muscle strength testing (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06988176?
This trial is sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, which has 1,109 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT06988176 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across North Carolina. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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