Clinical trials
Delirium clinical trials
Below are recruiting delirium clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 191 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05331118Recruiting
Study of complications and long-term outcomes after major surgery
This study follows people after planned, higher-risk surgery to learn what complications happen and how patients do long-term. It may help doctors predict risks and improve care for people having similar operations.
UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT04722939Recruiting
Testing brain function outcomes after ICU kidney failure treatment
This trial studies how treating severe kidney injury in the ICU may affect patients’ brain and thinking function over time. It compares measurements of brain activity and function after starting kidney replacement therapy.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06036095RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two types of anesthesia in older adults having surgery
This study compares two types of general anesthesia for older adults (70+) having planned non-heart, non-brain surgery that lasts at least 2 hours. The goal is to see which type might be better for preserving thinking and memory after surgery.
Portland, OregonAges 70–110 - NCT07806487Enrolling by invitation
Eye-tracking to predict confusion after surgery
This study uses eye-tracking technology to see if it can predict post-operative delirium in older adults after surgery. You will have your eye movements measured before and after surgery to help identify early signs of delirium.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 70 years+ - NCT07799311RecruitingPhase 4
Medication to prevent waking distress after child hernia surgery
This trial tests two medicines to help children wake up calmly and comfortably after hernia surgery under anesthesia. It aims to find which one works better to reduce agitation or confusion when coming out of anesthesia.
Islamabad, FederalAges 2–12 - NCT06004739Recruiting
Antibiotics for older adults with delirium and abnormal urine tests
This trial tests whether giving antibiotics helps older adults in the hospital who have delirium (sudden confusion) and signs of bacteria in their urine but no clear urinary infection. It aims to see if treatment can improve confusion and avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT06613178RecruitingPhase 4
IV acetaminophen for heart surgery recovery
This trial tests if giving acetaminophen (Tylenol) through a vein after heart surgery can help patients recover better. You may be a good fit if you are having planned heart surgery that is not an emergency.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07736092Recruiting
Light Therapy Before and After Surgery for Older Adults
This trial tests a gentle light treatment to help prevent thinking problems after surgery in older patients. It involves using a special light on your head before and after your operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06631534RecruitingPhase 4
Testing dexmedetomidine for kids having heart defect closure
This trial tests adding a sedative medicine called dexmedetomidine to standard anesthesia for children aged 3 to 12 who are having a procedure to close a hole in their heart (atrial septal defect). The goal is to see if it helps them recover more smoothly.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 3–12 - NCT07709975Recruiting
Pain relief and early movement for older ICU patients
This study tests different ways to manage pain and help older patients get moving again sooner after major surgery. If you are 65 or older and in the ICU, this trial may help you recover more comfortably and quickly.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07689305Recruiting
Video Interaction as Comfort for Kids Before Surgery
This trial tests if a live parent-child video chat or a cartoon before surgery can reduce agitation when a child wakes up from anesthesia. It may help children aged 2-6 who are having planned surgery.
Izmir, İzmirAges 2–6 - NCT07694687Recruiting
Studying a tool to spot confusion in intensive care patients
This study tests a new way to check for delirium (sudden confusion) in patients staying in the intensive care unit (ICU). It also looks at how family members can help spot these changes, so the care team can help sooner.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07637357Recruiting
How anesthesia affects thinking after weight-loss surgery
This study looks at how different types of anesthesia used during sleeve gastrectomy (a weight-loss surgery) may affect your memory and thinking skills after the operation. Researchers want to understand which anesthesia approach is safest for your brain.
Istanbul, SancaktepeAges 18–65 - NCT07627906RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing Two Sedatives to Prevent Confusion After Cancer Surgery
This study tests two different sedative medications (ketofol and ketodex) to see which one better prevents postoperative delirium—a type of confusion that can happen after surgery—in older adults undergoing cancer surgery. The goal is to find the safest, most effective option for elderly patients.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 60 years+ - NCT06222866Recruiting
Blood thinner and inflammation monitoring after heart procedures
This study looks at how well blood thinners (anticoagulants) and inflammation markers work in people having heart or blood vessel procedures. It aims to better monitor these treatments to improve patient safety.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18 years+ - NCT06681649Recruiting
ICU follow-up care for survivors and their caregivers
This study tests a bundle of follow-up care for ICU survivors and their caregivers after leaving the hospital. It aims to improve recovery and support for both patients and their families.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04556227Recruiting
Exercise and memory training after ICU delirium
This study tests whether combining gentle cycling while lying down with tablet-based memory exercises can improve recovery after ICU delirium. It may help people regain thinking and comfort after a hospital stay.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 45–64 - NCT07588178Recruiting
Sleep Problems Before Heart Surgery: Study on Recovery
This research examines how sleep issues before heart surgery may affect how well patients recover afterward. Researchers will study blood markers and chemical changes to better understand this connection and potentially improve surgical outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07571707Recruiting
Lollipops to Reduce Confusion After Surgery in Young Children
This study tests whether giving children a lollipop after surgery helps prevent confusion and agitation as they wake up from anesthesia. Emergence delirium—when children are disoriented and upset after anesthesia—is common, and the researchers want to see if this simple comfort measure helps.
Denpasar, BaliAges 2–6 - NCT07562048Recruiting
Comfort Cuddling for Children in Critical Care
This study looks at whether gentle cuddling and physical comfort help children feel better while they're in the intensive care unit. Researchers believe close contact with caregivers may reduce stress and improve how children recover.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Up to 18 years - NCT07568093Recruiting
Music therapy to reduce agitation after abdominal surgery
This study tests whether listening to music after abdominal surgery can help reduce agitation and anxiety during recovery. Researchers will compare patients who receive music therapy with standard care to see if it improves comfort and outcomes.
Hanover, Lower SaxonyAges 18 years+ - NCT07558642Recruiting
Nerve Block to Reduce Confusion in Older ICU Patients
This study tests whether a nerve-blocking injection (stellate ganglion block) can reduce confusion and help restore normal sleep-wake cycles in older adults staying in the intensive care unit. Researchers hope this treatment may help patients recover faster and feel more alert.
Antalya, MuratpaşaAges 65–99 - NCT07552896Recruiting
Screen Time and Recovery Confusion After Children's Surgery
This study looks at whether the amount of time children spend on screens (phones, tablets, TV) before surgery affects confusion and agitation as they wake up from anesthesia. Researchers want to understand this connection to help reduce distressing wake-up experiences.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 2–11 - NCT07542834Recruiting
Virtual Reality Training for Medical Students
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help medical students learn better and feel more confident in their training. Researchers will compare how students learn with VR versus traditional methods.
Athens, OhioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for delirium?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 191 recruiting delirium studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a delirium trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a delirium trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.