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ICU Delirium clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 4 ICU Delirium clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (2), Switzerland (1), Taiwan (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 4Clinical trials
- 3Countries
Newest ICU Delirium clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Ketone drink to see if it helps ICU delirium in adults | Phase 2 | Nashville, Tennessee | Recruiting | Jan 23, 2026 |
| Virtual reality to prevent delirium in the ICU | — | Los Angeles, California | Recruiting | Jan 22, 2026 |
| Improving care for ICU patients to reduce delirium | — | Taipei, National Taiwan University | Recruiting | Sep 26, 2023 |
| Using wheat beer to prevent delirium in ICU patients | — | Basel | Recruiting | May 6, 2021 |
All recruiting trials (4)
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Ketone drink to see if it helps ICU delirium in adults
A ketone supplement given by mouth or feeding tube is being tested to see if it can reduce delirium duration or occurrence in adults in the ICU compared with a placebo.
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Virtual reality to prevent delirium in the ICU
This project will try daily 15-minute virtual reality sessions to see if they reduce delirium in high-risk, non-intubated adult surgical ICU patients.
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Improving care for ICU patients to reduce delirium
This study is testing a new program in ICUs to see if it can help reduce delirium in patients on mechanical ventilation by improving their mental engagement, physical activity, and nutrition.
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Using wheat beer to prevent delirium in ICU patients
This study is testing if giving ICU patients at risk of delirium daily wheat beer instead of water can help prevent them from developing delirium.
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Quick answers
How many ICU Delirium clinical trials are recruiting right now?
4, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (2 trials), Switzerland (1 trial), Taiwan (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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