Understanding how delirium relates to biological age in older adults with brain injuries
Characterizing the Relationship Between Delirium and Biological Age in Traumatic Brain Injury: Implications for Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-10973533
This study is looking at how delirium relates to biological age in older adults who have had mild brain injuries, with the goal of finding ways to better understand and treat delirium to help improve health outcomes for these patients.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10973533 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the connection between delirium and biological age in older adults who have experienced mild traumatic brain injuries. The project aims to identify risk factors for delirium and track the long-term clinical outcomes associated with it. By focusing on older hospitalized patients, the research seeks to improve diagnostics and treatment strategies for delirium, which is a significant risk factor for cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. The principal investigator, Dr. Sara LaHue, will undergo advanced training in aging biology and geriatric research methods to enhance her expertise in this area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who have experienced mild traumatic brain injuries and are at risk for delirium.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 21 years old or do not have a history of traumatic brain injury may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment options for delirium, ultimately enhancing cognitive health and quality of life for older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the relationship between delirium and cognitive decline, suggesting that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LAHUE, SARA CATHERINE — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: LAHUE, SARA CATHERINE
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia