Preventing confusion after surgery in frail older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You are having a planned (non-emergency) surgery that is not on your heart or brain
- You will receive general anesthesia with special brain wave monitoring (BIS or SedLine)
- You are in fair to good overall health (ASA class I, II, or III)
- You do not have a history of alcohol or drug abuse
- You are not allergic to any anesthesia medicines
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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