Home return decision tool for elderly with memory issues
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a tool to help doctors decide if elderly patients with memory problems can safely return home after a hospital stay. It aims to support better discharge planning.
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Who can take part
- 70 years or older
- Diagnosed with a memory or thinking disorder (like dementia)
- Score between 15 and 25 on a memory test (MMSE)
- Currently in a geriatric hospital unit
- Lived at home before this hospital stay
- Covered by health insurance (social security)
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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