Clinical trials
Postoperative Delirium (POD) clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative delirium (pod) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 21 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07859488Recruiting
Delirium risk after cancer surgery
After surgery for cancer in the belly area, some older adults become confused or have memory problems. This study looks for early signs in the blood that might predict this, so doctors can help prevent it.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07783464Recruiting
Heart rate variability and delirium after major abdominal surgery in older adults
This study looks at whether heart rate variability (a measure of your heart's ability to adapt to stress) can help predict delirium (confusion or disorientation) after major abdominal surgery in older adults. You may qualify if you are 65-85 years old, having major abdominal surgery, and do not have serious heart, nervous system, or memory problems.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 65–85 - NCT07713121Recruiting
Keeping blood pressure up during surgery to prevent confusion in older adults
This trial tests whether keeping blood pressure at 85 mmHg or higher during surgery can reduce confusion (delirium) after surgery. It is for older adults with high blood pressure who are having non-cardiac surgery.
HamburgAges 65 years+ - NCT06761573Recruiting
Study on brain activity and confusion after head and neck surgery
This trial measures brain signals to see if they can predict confusion (delirium) after surgery. It may help identify patients at higher risk so they can get extra care.
BolognaAges 18–90 - NCT07502391Recruiting
Family visits and delirium risk after surgery
This study looks at whether family visits after surgery can reduce the risk of confusion (delirium) in older adults. It helps us understand how social support affects recovery.
ZurichAges 65 years+ - NCT05847010Recruiting
Study program to prevent postoperative delirium in older adults
This study adds an extra scientific program to help prevent confusion (“delirium”) after surgery in older adults. If you were already planned to join the main prevention program, this may help improve how care is delivered and how outcomes are measured.
BerlinAges 70 years+ - NCT06818409Recruiting
Blood test to predict confusion after hip fracture surgery
This study looks at a simple blood test called CALLY (CRP-Albumin-Lymphocyte) to see if it can predict which older adults might become confused after hip fracture surgery. The goal is to identify those at risk early so doctors can take steps to prevent or manage delirium.
Ankara, KeçiörenAges 65 years+ - NCT07314762Recruiting
Support for elderly patients before, during, and after surgery
This trial looks at how to better care for older adults (65+) who are having surgery. It aims to improve their experience and recovery during the time leading up to, during, and after their procedure.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 65 years+ - NCT06394778Enrolling by invitation
Brain waves during surgery in older adults
This study looks at brain wave patterns during surgery in older adults to better understand and predict confusion after surgery. If you are 60 or older and having joint or spine surgery, you may be able to help.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 60 years+ - 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+ - NCT07323940Recruiting
Can brain waves during surgery predict delirium after?
This study looks at whether brain activity patterns during your surgery can predict confusion or delirium after the operation. It may help doctors better prevent postoperative confusion in older adults.
HaikouAges 65 years+ - NCT07285187Recruiting
Vein congestion and confusion after heart surgery trial
This trial looks at how blood backing up in veins after heart surgery might relate to delirium (sudden confusion). It uses a special ultrasound to check vein blood flow and then watches for confusion afterward.
Yangzhou, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT06844279Recruiting
Anesthesia depth monitoring for recovery after spinal surgery in older adults
This study tests whether carefully monitoring how deep your anesthesia is during spinal surgery can help older adults recover better and think more clearly afterward.
AnkaraAges 65 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+ - NCT06466083Recruiting
Thinking changes after spine surgery in older adults
This study looks at why some older adults have confusion or memory changes after spine surgery. It aims to find patterns that could help prevent these problems.
BeijingAges 65–100 - NCT06466096Recruiting
Thinking and memory after stomach/colon cancer surgery
This study looks at how older adults (65+) think and remember after surgery for gastrointestinal cancer. It compares those who have temporary confusion after surgery with those who don't, to understand long-term changes in brain function.
BeijingAges 65–100 - NCT04355195Recruiting
Preventing delirium after surgery in older patients
This trial tests a “care plan” meant to lower the risk of confusion (delirium) after surgery in people age 70 and older. If you qualify, you may receive additional prevention-focused care before and around your operation.
BerlinAges 70 years+ - NCT03360838Recruiting
Prediction test for confusion after heart surgery in older adults
This study uses a short, self-answered thinking test before elective heart surgery to help predict who may develop confusion afterward. The goal is to improve early identification and care planning for patients at higher risk.
BaselAges 60 years+ - NCT06426953Recruiting
Proteins in blood to predict confusion after surgery in older diabetics
This study looks at proteins in your blood (TGF-β and INS-PI3K-AKT) to see if they can predict confusion after surgery (postoperative delirium) in older adults with diabetes. It may help doctors identify who is at higher risk.
Duyun, GuizhouAges 65 years+ - NCT07612579Recruiting
Anesthesia choice and delirium after surgery
This study compares two types of anesthesia (propofol and sevoflurane) to see which one helps prevent confusion and delirium after surgery. Delirium is a temporary state of confusion that can happen after surgery, and researchers want to understand which anesthesia approach might reduce this risk.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT05993754Recruiting
Preventing confusion after surgery in frail older adults
This study tests whether a special nursing care plan can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults who are frail. If you are 65 or older, having planned surgery, and generally healthy enough, this trial may be an option.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 65 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative delirium (pod)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 21 recruiting postoperative delirium (pod) 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 delirium (pod) 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 delirium (pod) 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
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.