Clinical Trials for Elderly

Early Discontinuation of Antibiotic Therapy in Elderly Patients Hospitalized for a Viral Infection

NCT ID: NCT07030673

This clinical trial is looking at whether stopping antibiotics early is safe and helpful for elderly patients hospitalized with serious viral lung infections, like the flu or RSV. These viruses can...

Study to Assess the Feasibility of Stopping Prostate Cancer Treatment Early in Elderly Patients

NCT ID: NCT06824818

This clinical trial is looking at whether elderly men with prostate cancer can safely stop their hormone treatment earlier than usual. The treatment being studied is called LHRH agonist therapy, wh...

Exercise Counseling Via Mobile Chat for Older Cancer Survivors

NCT ID: NCT07004829

This clinical trial is studying how effective a 12-week mobile chat program, called ChatEx, can be in helping older cancer survivors increase their exercise habits. The goal is to see if regular me...

Effectiveness of Medium-Dose Cytarabine Combined With Venetoclax for Consolidation Therapy in Elderly Patients With Intermediate to High-Risk Acute Myeloid Leukemia

NCT ID: NCT06990321

This clinical trial is investigating the effectiveness of a treatment combining medium-dose Cytarabine and Venetoclax for elderly patients with a type of blood cancer called Acute Myeloid Leukemia ...

Fall Prevention in Elderly: Mechanisms and Strategies

NCT ID: NCT03981471

This clinical trial, titled "Fall Prevention in Elderly: Mechanisms and Strategies," is focused on understanding how and why falls happen among older adults living in larger communities. The resear...

Conditioning Regimen in Elderly AML Patients Receiving Haplo-HSCT.

NCT ID: NCT06946602

This clinical trial is studying two different treatment plans for elderly patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are receiving a special type of stem cell transplant called haploidentical h...

Geriatric Assessment (GA) for Elderly Patients Undergoing Allo-HSCT

NCT ID: NCT06946654

This clinical trial is studying how a thorough evaluation of elderly patients can help improve the success of a specific type of treatment called allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation ...

SCORE Study: Comparing Surgery and Rigid Collar Treatment for Odontoid Fractures in Adults Over 70

NCT ID: NCT06961578

The SCORE Study is a clinical trial designed to compare two different treatments for unstable neck fractures, known as odontoid fractures, in adults aged 70 and older. These fractures can greatly a...

The Impact of Game Activities on Life Satisfaction and Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults

NCT ID: NCT06965179

The Influence of Standardized Process Management of Laryngeal Mask Airway Placement Based on Pressure Monitoring on the Incidence of Adverse Reactions in Elderly Patients During the Perioperative Period

NCT ID: NCT06954857

This clinical trial is studying how a standardized way of managing the placement of a device called a laryngeal mask airway (LMA) can help reduce problems for elderly patients during surgery. The L...

The Effect of Home Based Fall Prevention Program on Older Adults at High Risk of Falling

NCT ID: NCT06643169

This clinical trial is studying a home-based program designed to help older adults who are at high risk of falling. The goal is to see if this program, led by nurses, can reduce the number of falls...

A Individualized Physical Function Improvement Program for Frailty Elderly Using Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) as Evaluation Method: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

NCT ID: NCT06919575

This clinical trial is studying how a personalized program can help improve physical function in elderly individuals who are experiencing frailty. Frailty is a condition that affects many older adu...

The SaVe Project-Sarcopenia and Vertigo in Aging Patients With Colorectal Cancer

NCT ID: NCT05710809

The SaVe Project is a clinical trial aimed at understanding why older adults (65 years and older) with colorectal cancer often experience dizziness and difficulty walking during their chemotherapy ...

Low Dose Edoxaban in Elderly Patients With AF and a History of Stroke

NCT ID: NCT06900725

This clinical trial is studying the effects of a very low dose of edoxaban (15 mg daily) in elderly patients who have atrial fibrillation (a heart condition that can lead to strokes) and have previ...

Cardiovascular Prevention Strategies in Elderly Patients With Cancer (CARTIER Clinical Trial)

NCT ID: NCT03711110

The CARTIER clinical trial is studying how to better protect the hearts of elderly patients with certain types of cancer, such as colon cancer, breast cancer, and lymphoma, while they receive cance...

Combining Virtual Reality and Hypnosis to Alleviate Chronic Pain in Elderly Patients with Hand Arthritis

NCT ID: NCT06833905

This clinical trial is exploring a new way to help elderly patients with hand arthritis manage their pain and improve their quality of life. The researchers are looking at whether combining virtual...

Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy for Elderly with Pancreatic Head Cancer

NCT ID: NCT06868693

This clinical trial is studying the use of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAT) in elderly patients with pancreatic cancer, specifically those aged 70 and older who have tumors that can be surgically rem...

Are Older Adults Prepared to Respond to Disasters? Psychological First Aid on Dignity-Related Distress, Social Frailty, and Psychological Resilience

NCT ID: NCT06787703

This clinical trial is studying how a special type of support called Psychological First Aid (PFA) can help older adults living in care facilities deal with stress and improve their mental well-bei...

Comparison of the Effectiveness of High Fidelity Simulation and Low Fidelity Simulation in Active External Bleeding Control Management of Caregivers of Elderly Individuals

NCT ID: NCT06820437

This clinical trial is studying the best way to train caregivers of elderly individuals in providing first aid for serious bleeding, which can happen due to accidents or falls. The researchers want...

Effects of 3-Month Melatonin Treatment on Regional Cerebellar Structure and Blood Biomarkers in Alzheimer's Disease Spectrum

NCT ID: NCT06756828

This clinical trial is studying the effects of melatonin, a natural sleep aid, on patients with early signs of Alzheimer's disease, particularly those who also have trouble sleeping. Researchers wa...