Improving care for older adults facing major surgery
Improving Outcomes of Older Adults with Psychosocial Vulnerability Undergoing Major Surgery
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON · NIH-11219396
This study is looking to improve recovery for older adults having major surgeries, especially those who might be feeling more vulnerable, by understanding how their mental and social well-being affects their healing process.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11219396 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the outcomes for older adults who are undergoing major surgical procedures, particularly those who may be psychosocially vulnerable. The project aims to bridge the fields of aging and surgery by investigating how psychosocial factors affect recovery and overall health post-surgery. Dr. Victoria Tang, a geriatrician, will develop expertise in clinical trial design and implementation science to create effective interventions tailored for older surgical patients. The research will involve a large cohort of older adults to gather comprehensive data on their experiences and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are scheduled for major surgical procedures and may have psychosocial vulnerabilities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing major surgery or who are younger than the typical older adult demographic may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery and health outcomes for older adults undergoing major surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in addressing the needs of older surgical patients, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TANG, VICTORIA LAI-YEN — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON
- Study coordinator: TANG, VICTORIA LAI-YEN
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.