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Physiotherapy After Emergency Laparotomy in the Elderly

RecruitingNAAges 65 Years - anyAllUniversity of Cyprus
NCT07504185 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

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. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of a structured postoperative physiotherapy program in patients aged 65 years and older undergoing emergency laparotomy. The study will assess its impact on functional recovery and clinical outcomes.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged ≥ 65 years * Undergoing emergency laparotomy with or without stoma creation (adhesiolysis, right hemicolectomy, total colectomy, Hartmann's procedure, cholecystectomy, abscess drainage). Able to provide informed consent or have a legally authorized representative provide consent. Able to maintain an upright standing position for at least one minute with minimal or no assistance. Exclusion Criteria: * 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
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What it tests

  • Experimental (Structured postoperative physiotherapy)
  • Standard postoperative care
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Where

1 site
Nicosia General Hospital
Nicosia, Cyprus
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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