Improving recovery for older patients after emergency surgery and delirium.
Emergency General Surgery Delirium Recovery Model: A Collaborative Care Intervention
This study is looking at how to help older adults who get confused after emergency surgery by bringing together a team of healthcare professionals to provide personalized support, with the goal of helping them recover better and enjoy a higher quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10879052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on older adults who experience delirium after emergency general surgery, which can lead to cognitive and functional decline. The project aims to implement a collaborative care model that integrates various healthcare professionals to address the complex needs of these patients. By providing tailored support and interventions, the research seeks to enhance recovery and improve overall quality of life for those affected. The approach is based on extensive prior work in collaborative care, aiming to fill the knowledge gap in managing delirium-related complications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults (65 years and older) who have undergone emergency general surgery and experienced delirium.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 years or those who have not experienced delirium following surgery may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve recovery outcomes and quality of life for older patients who experience delirium after surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with collaborative care models in managing complex health needs, suggesting a promising approach for this patient population.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zarzaur, Ben L — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Zarzaur, Ben L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.