Nerve Block to Reduce Confusion in Older ICU Patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a nerve-blocking injection (stellate ganglion block) can reduce confusion and help restore normal sleep-wake cycles in older adults staying in the intensive care unit. Researchers hope this treatment may help patients recover faster and feel more alert.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- Your doctors expect you to stay in the ICU for at least 2 more days
- You are awake enough to respond to commands (RASS score greater than -4)
- You do not have a history of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or similar brain conditions
- You are not currently taking benzodiazepines (sedative medications) or beta-blockers
- You do not have severe kidney or liver problems, bleeding disorders, recent heart attack, or severe low sodium levels
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