Assessing how light and noise affect delirium in ICU patients
Light and Noise: Objectively Assessing Environmental Risk Factors for Delirium in the ICU
This study is testing how changes in light and noise levels in the ICU can help prevent delirium in critically ill patients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medical University of Graz Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Graz, Styria) |
| Trial ID | NCT06294158 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational pilot study aims to evaluate the impact of environmental factors, specifically light and noise, on the development of delirium in critically ill patients in the ICU. Conducted at the University Medical Centre Graz, the study will involve measuring brightness and sound levels in the ICU environment while monitoring adult patients who are not deeply sedated. The findings could provide valuable insights into how modifying these environmental factors may help prevent delirium, ultimately improving patient care and ICU design.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adult patients aged 18 and older who are admitted to the ICU and expected to stay for at least 48 hours without being deeply sedated.
Not a fit: Patients who are already experiencing delirium or have advanced directives limiting treatment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved prevention strategies for delirium in ICU patients, enhancing their overall recovery and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of assessing light and noise as risk factors for delirium is novel, there is growing interest in environmental modifications in ICU settings, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria * Adult patients (age ≥ 18 years) * Admission to participating Intensive Care Unit * Expected (further) stay in participating Intensive Care Unit ≥ 48 hours * Not (currently) deeply sedated (RASS ≥ -3) Exclusion Criteria * Patient already in delirium (CAM-ICU positive) * Environmental modification due to treatment necessities (e.g., burns care) * Advanced directives / Treatment limitation * Current inclusion in other (interventional) trial * Documented patient refusal in advance
Where this trial is running
Graz, Styria
- University Medical Centre Graz, Dept. of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine — Graz, Styria, Austria (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Paul Zajic, MD PhD
- Email: paul.zajic@medunigraz.at
- Phone: +43 316 385 0
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.