Brain stimulation for treating delirium
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a gentle electrical brain stimulation (tACS) can help treat delirium. If you are over 50 and have had delirium for at least two days, you may be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You are 50 years or older
- You have been diagnosed with delirium
- Your delirium started at least 2 days ago
- You are not in a coma, can hear and see, and can speak Dutch or English
- You do not have dementia, epilepsy, serious head injury history, metal in your head, a pacemaker, or certain skin conditions
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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