Digital cognitive evaluation before surgery
PREsurgical Cognitive Evaluation Via Digital clockfacEdrawing
This study tests a digital tool to check how well people aged 65 and older think before and after surgery to see if it can help spot risks for memory problems after the operation.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 25240 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Florida Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gainesville, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT03175302 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study uses a digital version of a cognitive screening tool to assess cognitive function in adults aged 65 and older before and after surgery. It employs machine learning algorithms to analyze the standard cognitive metrics collected in a large academic medical center. Additionally, it includes a group of non-surgical peers for demographic matching to enhance the analysis of cognitive performance. The goal is to identify risks for post-operative cognitive complications.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 65 years or older who are undergoing surgery and are screened at the University of Florida Health Preoperative clinic.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 65 years or those who do not complete the cognitive screening will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved identification of patients at risk for cognitive decline after surgery, allowing for better preoperative planning and interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in using cognitive screening tools and machine learning approaches to assess cognitive function, making this approach promising yet innovative.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * \>/= 65 years of age * screening within the University of Florida (UF) Health Preoperative clinic * presurgical cognitive screening with the digital Clock Drawing Tool (dCDT) Exclusion Criteria: * \< 65 years of age * did not complete screening within the UF Health Preoperative clinic * did not complete the presurgical cognitive screening with the digital Clock Drawing Tool (dCDT)
Where this trial is running
Gainesville, Florida
- UF Health — Gainesville, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Catherine Price, Ph.D. — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Catherine Price, Ph.D.
- Email: cep23@phhp.ufl.edu
- Phone: 352-494-6999
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.