Combining EEG and frailty assessment to predict delirium after surgery in older patients
Interest in Combining Intraoperative ElectroEncephaloGram (EEG) With Assessment of Frailty to Predict Postoperative Delirium in Patients Aged >75 Years Undergoing Major Non-cardiac Surgery
This study is testing if combining brain activity measurements with frailty checks can help predict which older patients are more likely to experience confusion after major surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 55 (estimated) |
| Ages | 75 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Saint-Etienne) |
| Trial ID | NCT06510140 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate how pre-operative frailty and intraoperative electroencephalogram (EEG) can be used together to predict the occurrence of post-operative delirium in patients aged over 75 undergoing major non-cardiac surgeries. By assessing these factors, the researchers hope to develop a new predictive score that could help identify patients at higher risk for delirium. The study is observational and focuses on gathering data from patients during their surgical procedures. The findings could lead to improved pre-operative assessments and tailored interventions for at-risk patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 75 years or older who are scheduled for major non-cardiac surgery.
Not a fit: Patients under 75 years old, those undergoing cardiac or minor surgeries, or individuals with pre-existing delirium will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce the incidence of post-operative delirium in older patients, leading to better recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the combination of EEG and frailty assessment is a novel approach, previous studies have indicated that both factors independently correlate with post-operative delirium, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients of 75 yo or more undergoing a major non-cardiac surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Patients of less than 75 yo * Cardiac surgery * Minor surgery * Opposition to the study protocol * Presence of a delirium prior to the surgery
Where this trial is running
Saint-Etienne
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne — Saint-Etienne, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nory ELHADJENE, MD — Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne
- Study coordinator: Nory ELHADJENE, MD
- Email: Nory.ELHADJENE@chu-st-etienne.fr
- Phone: (0)4 77 12 03 88
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.