Digital Thanotyping for End-of-Life Care in Dementia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a digital system (called 'thanotyping') to better understand the last stages of life in people with dementia who live in nursing homes. The goal is to improve care and support for both patients and families during this time.
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Who can take part
- You live in a nursing home.
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You have a dementia diagnosis or your doctor thinks you likely have it.
- You are not currently confused or delirious (the trial will check this with a simple test).
- You are not in a sudden, severe health crisis with less than 6 weeks to live.
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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