Comparing two anesthesia types to reduce confusion after hip fracture surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two anesthesia methods during hip fracture surgery in older adults to see if one reduces the risk of confusion (delirium) after the operation. If you qualify, you'll be randomly assigned to one of the two anesthesia groups, both of which are commonly used in practice.
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Who can take part
- You must be 65 years or older and having surgery for a hip fracture.
- Your overall health should be within a certain range (classified as ASA I–IV, meaning you are generally healthy or have some controlled medical conditions).
- You must not have major injuries besides the hip fracture, like additional fractures or head trauma.
- You must not have serious memory or brain conditions, such as dementia, Parkinson's disease, or a history of stroke.
- You must not be on certain medications that affect bleeding, have severe anemia, or have other health issues like severe heart or lung failure.
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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