Multidisciplinary care for elderly patients undergoing colorectal surgery
Official title: Impact of a Multidisciplinary Approach in the Perioperative Geriatrics Unit on Functional Status of Patients Aged 70 and Over Operated on for Colorectal Cancer. Randomized Open-label Controlled Study
Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes · NCT05993923 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether a special team approach to care can help older patients recover better after colorectal cancer surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 70 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Nîmes, France and 3 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 26, 2023 |
| Main results expected | October 30, 2028 |
| Study ends | October 30, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | October 23, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05993923 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are elderly patients aged 70 and over diagnosed with colorectal cancer who are scheduled for surgery.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not undergoing colorectal surgery or those with significant cognitive impairments 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 a multidisciplinary approach in a Geriatric Peri-Operative Unit (GPOU) on the functional status of patients aged 70 and over who are scheduled for colorectal cancer surgery. The focus is on improving patient outcomes by reducing surgical stress and enhancing recovery through tailored care pathways. The study aims to assess various clinical parameters post-surgery, including functional abilities and overall health status, to determine the effectiveness of this specialized care model for elderly patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved recovery and reduced complications for elderly patients undergoing colorectal surgery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that multidisciplinary approaches in geriatric care can significantly reduce mortality and re-hospitalization rates, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The patient or their representative must have given their free and informed consent and signed the consent form * The patient must be a member or beneficiary of a health insurance plan * Diagnosis of proven colorectal cancer. * Patient to benefit from scheduled colorectal surgery at the University Hospital of Nîmes validated in digestive surgery SPC after oncogeriatric evaluation. * Surgical act: resection with anastomosis in one step. Exclusion Criteria: * Interventional RIPH patient defined as category 1 if there is interference with the primary endpoint * It is impossible to give the subject informed information * The patient is under safeguard of justice or state guardianship
Where it's running
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Coralie LABARIAS
Nîmes, France, France Recruiting -
Coralie LABARIAS
Nîmes, France, France Recruiting -
CHU de Nîmes
Nîmes, France Recruiting -
CHU de Nîmes
Nîmes, France Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Coralie Labarias — CHU de Nimes
- Study coordinator: Coralie Labarias
- Email: coralie.labarias@chu-nimes.fr
- Phone: 04.66.68.79.46
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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.