Does preoperative physical activity help predict perioperative problems after non-cardiac surgery?

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

In this observational cohort at two Karolinska sites, researchers will examine whether higher preoperative physical activity (MET-score) improves prediction of perioperative morbidity and mortality beyond standard risk factors. Data such as age, sex, BMI, comorbidities, ASA status, and MET-score from preoperative assessments will be analyzed to see if activity level helps forecast complications measured by days alive and at home up to 30 days and 365 days after surgery. The aim is to determine if physical activity can meaningfully refine risk stratification for patients facing elective procedures. The study builds on existing evidence that postoperative complications raise mortality risk and affect recovery trajectories.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Elective non-cardiac surgery patients (equal to or over 18 years) at the two study sites, Karolinska University Hospital Solna and Karolinska University Hospital Huddinge

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients under the age of 18, transplant, day surgery, acute surgery, anesthesia monitoring, brachy therapy and gamma knife interventions. In case of multiple surgeries, only the first will be included.

Where it's running

• Karolinska Institutet
  Stockholm, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Max Bell, MD, PhD
• Email: max.bell@regionstockholm.se
• Phone: +46708278533

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.