Can brain waves predict confusion after brain surgery?
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial uses an electroencephalogram (EEG), which is a non-invasive way to measure your brain's electrical activity, to see if it can help predict confusion or delirium after planned brain surgery. The goal is to find out if brain wave patterns can warn doctors early, which might lead to better care.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a planned (not emergency) brain surgery.
- You are in good general health (classified as ASA I or II).
- You are able to understand and sign a consent form.
- You do not have a known brain condition like epilepsy or Parkinson's disease.
- You have not had a previous brain surgery in the last 12 months.
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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