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Preoperative Sarcopenia and Postoperative Outcomes in Older Patients With Gastrointestinal Cancer

Recruitingn/aAges 60 Years - anyAllVan Training and Research Hospital
NCT07817758 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This prospective cohort study aims to evaluate the association between preoperative sarcopenia and postoperative outcomes in patients aged 60 years or older undergoing elective surgery for gastrointestinal cancer. Sarcopenia will be assessed preoperatively using the European Working Group on Sarcopenia in Older People 2 (EWGSOP2) criteria, including muscle strength, muscle mass, and physical performance, together with the Strength, Assistance with walking, Rise from a chair, Climb stairs, and Falls (SARC-F) questionnaire and calf circumference measurement. Participants will be followed for 90 days after surgery. Postoperative complications, length of hospital stay, and 30-day and 90-day mortality will be evaluated.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 60 years or older * Diagnosis of gastrointestinal system cancer * Scheduled to undergo elective surgical treatment * Considered operable based on routine clinical evaluation * Ability to complete the preoperative sarcopenia assessments * Provision of written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Age younger than 60 years * Undergoing emergency surgery * Inability to complete the required preoperative sarcopenia assessment
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What it tests

  • Preoperative Sarcopenia Status
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Where

1 site
Van Education and Research Hospital
Van, Turkey (Türkiye)
🤝 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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