Dexmedetomidine and magnesium to protect thinking after surgery in seniors
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This study tests whether adding two drugs, dexmedetomidine and magnesium sulfate, during anesthesia can help older adults keep their thinking and memory sharp after open abdominal surgery. It aims to reduce the risk of confusion or memory problems that sometimes happen after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older (geriatric patient).
- You are scheduled for open abdominal surgery under general anesthesia.
- Your overall health is classified as ASA I, II, or III (a standard anesthesia risk score).
- Your thinking and memory test (MoCA score) is 26 or higher before surgery.
- Your surgery is expected to last less than 4 hours.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or lower.
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