Ready for Recovery Program for Aortic Aneurysm

Overseen By Christopher M Celano, M.D.

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital

Disqualifiers: Cognitive disturbance, Pregnancy, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

10 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial tests a new program designed to prepare individuals for aortic aneurysm repair, a surgery to fix a bulging section of the aorta, a major blood vessel. The Ready for Recovery program is a 6-week plan focused on pre-surgery preparation to assess its impact on recovery. Individuals planning elective aortic aneurysm surgery, without cognitive issues and fluent in English, may qualify for this trial. As an unphased study, this trial offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could improve surgical recovery for future patients.

Do I need to stop taking my current medications for the trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.

What prior data suggests that the Ready for Recovery program is safe?

Research shows that the "Ready for Recovery" program is a 6-week plan designed to help individuals prepare for aortic aneurysm repair surgery. Participants work closely with healthcare providers throughout the program.

Currently, specific information about side effects from the program itself is unavailable. However, similar programs involving light to moderate physical activity have proven safe and beneficial for individuals with aortic aneurysms and those who have undergone surgery. This suggests that the activities and support in the "Ready for Recovery" program are likely well-tolerated by participants.

It is important to note that this program is still under evaluation. However, based on similar recovery programs, it appears to be a safe option for those preparing for surgery. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Unlike traditional treatments for aortic aneurysms, which often involve invasive surgery or long-term monitoring, the "Ready for Recovery" program is an innovative rehabilitation approach. Researchers are excited about this program because it focuses on enhancing recovery post-surgery through structured support and potentially new behavioral strategies, rather than just addressing the physical repair of the aneurysm. This approach could lead to improved outcomes by not only targeting the physical condition but also addressing the overall recovery experience and quality of life for patients.

What evidence suggests that the Ready for Recovery program is effective for aortic aneurysm?

Research has shown that the Ready for Recovery program, provided to participants in this trial, might aid patients undergoing aortic aneurysm surgery in recovering more effectively. Studies suggest that pre-surgery programs like Ready for Recovery can enhance long-term survival. Light to moderate exercise before surgery is also considered safe and beneficial. Patients have found such programs very useful in preparing for surgery. Overall, these strategies might reduce hospital stays and improve post-surgery recovery. ^{1 2 3 4 6}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Christopher M Celano, M.D.

Principal Investigator

Massachusetts General Hospital

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults scheduled for elective aortic aneurysm repair, either open or endovascular. Participants must be able to communicate fluently in English and not have any cognitive disturbances. Pregnant individuals or those planning pregnancy before surgery are excluded.

Inclusion Criteria

I am scheduled for elective surgery to repair an aortic aneurysm.

Exclusion Criteria

Inability to write/speak fluently in English

History of cognitive disturbance

Current pregnancy or plan to become pregnant prior to surgery

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Prehabilitation

Participants engage in the Ready for Recovery program, a 6-week collaborative care intervention to prepare for aortic aneurysm surgery

6 weeks

Weekly phone sessions

Surgery and Immediate Post-operation

Participants undergo aortic aneurysm surgery and are monitored immediately post-operation

1-2 weeks

In-hospital stay

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after surgery, including assessments of stress, mental health, and physical function

90 days post-discharge

Post-discharge assessments

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Ready for Recovery

Trial Overview The 'Ready for Recovery' program is being tested in this trial. It's a 6-week collaborative care intervention designed to prepare patients for the physical and mental demands of aortic aneurysm surgery.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Ready for Recovery Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants in this arm will receive the Ready for Recovery intervention.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Massachusetts General Hospital

Lead Sponsor

Trials

3,066

Recruited

13,430,000+

Citations

1. clinicaltrials.gov clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06998498

Prehabilitation for Aortic Aneurysm Surgery: Proof-of- ... Participants will rate the utility of the Ready for Recovery program on an 11-point Likert scale (0-10), with 0 being not at all helpful and 10 being very ...

2. uvaphysicianresource.com uvaphysicianresource.com/transforming-outcomes-open-aaa-surgery-new-recovery-program/

Transforming Outcomes in Open AAA Through Improved ... See how we're improving outcomes and shortening hospital stays for open aortic aneurysm surgery patients with our new recovery program.

3. withpower.com withpower.com/trial/phase-aneurysm-7-2025-6ea49

Ready for Recovery Program for Aortic Aneurysm This is a single-arm, proof-of-concept trial to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of the Ready for Recovery program, ...

4. jvascsurg.org jvascsurg.org/article/S0741-5214(23)01971-7/fulltext

A preoperative supervised exercise program potentially ... A preoperative supervised exercise program potentially improves long-term survival after elective abdominal aortic aneurysm repair ; Sifut Sethi ...

5. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11677462/

Exercise, Sports, and Cardiac Rehabilitation ... Light to moderate physical activity appears safe and beneficial for patients with aortic aneurysms and post-aortic repair.

6. jvascsurg.org jvascsurg.org/article/S0741-5214(15)02021-2/fulltext

The effect of an Enhanced Recovery Program in elective ... Limited data are available regarding the implementation of ERPs in patients who undergo abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair using the retroperitoneal ...