Sleep and memory after leg surgery in older adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how sleep problems may affect thinking and memory after surgery in older adults. It tests a substance in the body called melanin concentrating hormone to see if it is connected with post-surgery confusion or cognitive decline.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older.
- You are scheduled for elective surgery on your lower limb (leg) under spinal anesthesia.
- You are in generally good health (ASA grade I to III) as assessed by your doctor.
- You do not have a history of depression, anxiety, delirium, schizophrenia, or drug dependence.
- You do not have dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or significant memory problems.
- You are willing to have samples of your cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and blood collected.
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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