Predicting and preventing complications after heart or blood vessel surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at ways to predict and prevent serious problems like death or heart complications after major heart or blood vessel surgeries. It involves two parts: first, a check to see if you're at higher risk, and second, extra monitoring during surgery if needed.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- Your risk score for serious complications after surgery is higher than normal
- You are scheduled for a major heart or blood vessel surgery that requires an overnight hospital stay
- You can understand and speak English
- You are willing to participate in memory and thinking tests
- You agree to receive blood transfusions if needed during surgery
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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