Clinical trials
Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative cognitive dysfunction clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 38 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06042699Recruiting
Iron deficiency and scoliosis study for teens and young adults
This study tests whether giving iron supplements before spinal fusion surgery can help kids with low iron levels. It aims to understand iron deficiency in young people with scoliosis and improve their surgical outcomes.
New York, New YorkAges 10–26 - NCT02832193Recruiting
Uses past anesthesia test data to study memory after surgery
This study looks back at information already collected around elective surgery to understand how anesthesia and surgery may affect thinking and memory (sometimes called POCD). It mainly uses records and questionnaires rather than adding a new treatment.
BerlinAges 18–100 - NCT07589348Recruiting
Brain Function After Gynecologic Surgery
This study measures whether women experience changes in thinking and memory after having gynecologic surgery (removal of uterus and/or ovaries). Researchers want to understand how anesthesia and surgery affect the brain and identify who might be at risk.
İzmit, KocaeliAges 18 years+ - NCT05114876Recruiting
Tested a new plan to support older adults after surgery
This study looks at a redesigned surgical care plan to better support older adults who may have memory or thinking changes after major planned surgery. If you qualify, you would be assessed before surgery and followed after to see whether this approach helps.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06741566RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Nasal spray before heart bypass to protect memory
This study tests whether a nasal spray containing dexmedetomidine or insulin, given before heart bypass surgery, can help prevent memory and thinking problems that sometimes happen after the operation. It is for adults 60 and older.
Al FayyumAges 60–75 - NCT07591987Recruiting
Breathing Techniques to Reduce Shortness of Breath After Heart Surgery
This study tests whether special breathing exercises can help reduce shortness of breath and improve heart and lung function in patients recovering from open-heart surgery. You would learn and practice these breathing techniques before and after your surgery.
Baghdad, Baghdad GovernorateAges 18–75 - NCT06886932Recruiting
Pain education after rotator cuff surgery
This trial tests if learning about pain before and after rotator cuff repair helps people recover better. It might help you if you have a medium-sized tear and are planning surgery.
KaramanAges 40–75 - 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 - NCT07323147Enrolling by invitation
Robot-assisted walking therapy for hip fracture recovery
This study tests whether a robot suit can help older adults walk better after hip fracture surgery. If you are 65 or older and had surgery for a broken hip from a minor fall, you may be able to join.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–100 - NCT06182215Recruiting
Brain function after major abdominal surgery in older adults
This trial studies whether older adults experience thinking or memory changes after major abdominal surgery. It aims to understand these changes so doctors can better support recovery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 65–90 - NCT06482749Recruiting
Magnetic brain stimulation for better recovery after surgery
This study tests whether magnetic brain stimulation before and after surgery can help older adults with mild memory or thinking problems recover their thinking abilities faster. You would receive either real or sham stimulation for a few days around your surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06879431Recruiting
Sleep help before heart surgery for young children
This study tests if helping babies and toddlers with sleep problems sleep better before heart surgery can lower the risk of confusion or agitation after surgery. It is for children aged 0 to 3 years who have trouble sleeping and are scheduled for heart surgery.
BeijingAges 6–12 - NCT06721819RecruitingPhase 3
Sleep and brain training before heart surgery to prevent delirium
This study tests whether a combination of sleep therapy, brain games, and light exercise before heart surgery can help prevent confusion or disorientation (delirium) after the operation. Participants will be asked to use a tablet and fitness tracker daily for about an hour before their surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 60 years+ - NCT06687291Recruiting
Thinking and memory after stomach or esophagus cancer surgery
This study looks at how surgery and chemotherapy for stomach or esophageal cancer may affect your thinking, memory, and other cognitive functions. Researchers want to understand these changes to better support patients.
HuddingeAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative cognitive dysfunction?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 38 recruiting postoperative cognitive dysfunction 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 postoperative cognitive dysfunction 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 postoperative cognitive dysfunction 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.
Related conditions
- Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction (POCD)
- Cognitive Dysfunction, Cognitive Disorder
- POSTOPERATIVE DELIRIUM AND POSTOPERATIVE COGNITIVE DECLINE
- Cognitive Dysfunction
- Cancer-related Cognitive Dysfunction
- Post Operative Cognitive Dysfunction
- Postoperative Cognitive Decline
- Postoperative Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
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.