Nasal spray to prevent confusion after lung surgery in older adults
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a nasal spray called dexmedetomidine can help prevent confusion (delirium) after lung surgery in people aged 65 and older. It is given before surgery to see if it keeps the mind clear during recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You are scheduled for lung surgery using a scope (thoracoscopic) under general anesthesia.
- Your surgery is expected to last between 1 and 4 hours.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 30.
- You are in good enough health to have anesthesia (classified as ASA II or III).
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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