Finding blood markers for confusion after heart surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study is looking for certain substances in the blood that may show up if a person becomes confused or delirious after heart surgery. The goal is to find early warning signs so doctors can help prevent or treat this confusion.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for or recently had heart or blood vessel surgery.
- You can understand the study and give your consent to join.
- You have no past or current serious brain, nerve, or mental health condition (like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke, or severe depression).
- You do not have severe vision or hearing loss that can't be fixed with glasses or hearing aids.
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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