Comparing re-hospitalization rates for patients with severe disruptive behavior disorders
Measuring the Impact of Care in the Cognitive Behavioural Unit
This study looks at whether older patients with severe disruptive behavior disorders are less likely to be re-hospitalized after receiving care in a special unit focused on cognitive behavior compared to those in a rehabilitation unit.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 588 (estimated) |
| Ages | 70 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Gérond'if Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Paris, Ile-de-France) |
| Trial ID | NCT03989245 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to compare the rates of re-hospitalization at 3 and 6 months for patients with severe disruptive behavior disorders who receive care in a Cognitive Behavioural Unit (UCC) versus those in a Geriatric Follow-up and Rehabilitation Care Unit (SSR). It is a multicentric, non-interventional study that collects various data points, including socio-educational levels, comorbidities, cognitive evaluations, and treatment details. Patients aged 70 and older who meet specific criteria will be included, and follow-up data will be gathered through questionnaires administered to patients or their caregivers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 70 and older with severe disruptive behavior disorders who have not received care in a Cognitive Behavioural Unit within the past 6 months.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 70 years or those who do not meet the criteria for severe disruptive behavior disorders will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the effectiveness of different care approaches for managing severe disruptive behavior disorders in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in evaluating care approaches for disruptive behavior disorders, but this specific comparison is novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 70 ≥ years of age * Patient with severe disruptive behaviour disorders with a score (Frequency X Severity) \>7 to at least one of the 7 items targeted on Clinician Neuropsychaitric Inventury (NPI-Es) scale * Patient who was not cared for in Cognitive Behavioural Unit (UCC) within 6 months prior to admission * Patient entered center less than 8 days * Affiliation to a social security scheme * Patient or legal representative has expressed his non-opposition Exclusion Criteria: * 70 \< years of age * Patient with no score (FXG) \>7 to at least one of the 7 items targeted on Clinician Neuropsychaitric Inventury NPI-ES scale * Patient who was cared for in UCC within 6 months of admission * Entered Centre for 8 days or more * Not affiliated or entitled to a social security scheme * Patient or legal representative has expressed his opposition
Where this trial is running
Paris, Ile-de-France
- Psychiatric Geriatric Department, Bretonneau hospital — Paris, Ile-de-France, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Isabelle Dufour
- Email: isabelle.dufour@gerondif.org
- Phone: +33 (0) 185781010
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.