Brain stimulation to treat confusion after surgery in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a safe brain stimulation technique (TMS) to help older adults recover from confusion after non-cardiac surgery. Using EEG monitoring, it aims to reduce postoperative delirium.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older.
- You are having a surgery that is not on your heart.
- After surgery, you have had confusion or sudden changes in thinking (delirium) as checked by a simple test.
- You are not regularly taking antipsychotic medications (like for mental health conditions).
- You have no metal implants or conditions that would make brain stimulation (TMS) unsafe.
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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