Improving medication management for elderly surgical patients
Official title: Implementation and Impact of Multidisciplinary Medication Review in Surgery Departments on Medication Management of Elderly Patients
Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes · NCT03827031 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether having a pharmacist and a doctor work together can help older surgical patients manage their medications more safely and effectively.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 297 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Grenoble and 3 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 18, 2022 |
| Main results expected | July 2027 |
| Study ends | July 2027 |
| Registry record updated | August 20, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT03827031 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are elderly patients aged 65 and older who are hospitalized in surgery departments and are taking at least five medications.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients receiving palliative care or those participating in other interventional studies may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of having a clinical pharmacist and a general practitioner work together in surgery departments to enhance medication management for elderly patients. The approach involves conducting multidisciplinary medication reviews and providing follow-up support from community pharmacists. The goal is to ensure safer and more effective medication use among patients aged 65 and older who are on multiple medications. By focusing on this vulnerable population, the study aims to address the complexities of medication management in a surgical context.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved medication safety and health outcomes for elderly patients undergoing surgery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that multidisciplinary approaches to medication management can improve patient outcomes, suggesting potential success for this study.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The patient (or their representative) has given his consent and signed the consent form. * The patient is affiliated to a health insurance programme. * The patient is at least 65 years old (≥) treated by at least (≥) five medications for at least (≥) 6 months * The patient is available for a follow-up of 3 months. * The patient is hospitalized in the surgery department. * Patient with a Trivalle score greater than or equal to 2 (≥). * Patient living in a nursing home or going back home after hospitalization. Exclusion Criteria: * The subject is participating in another category I interventional study. * The subject is in an exclusion period determined by another study. * The subject is under safeguard of justice. * It is not possible to give the patient (or his/her trusted-person) informed information. * Palliative care
Where it's running
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CHU de Montpellier
Montpellier, France Recruiting -
Nimes University Hospital
Nîmes, France Recruiting -
CHU de Toulouse
Toulouse, France Recruiting -
Chu de Grenoble
Grenoble, France Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jean-Marie Kinowski — Nîmes University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Jean-Marie Kinowski
- Email: jean.marie.kinowski@chu-nimes.fr
- Phone: +33(0)4.66.68.31.04
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.