Nasal Dexmedetomidine to Prevent Delirium After Abdominal Surgery
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Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a medication given through the nose before surgery can help prevent delirium (confusion and disorientation) that sometimes occurs after major abdominal surgery in older adults. Delirium can affect recovery, so finding ways to prevent it may help you recover better.
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Who can take part
- You are between 65 and 90 years old
- You are having major abdominal surgery that will take at least 2 hours
- You do not have a severe allergy to dexmedetomidine (a sedative medication)
- Your kidneys and liver are working well enough that you don't need dialysis
- You speak Mandarin, can hear, and can see well enough to communicate
- You have not had major abdominal or heart surgery in the past year
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