Effects of neurochecks on sleep in critically ill adults
Impact of Neurochecks on Sleep in Critically Ill Adults
This study tests if changing how often doctors check on the brains of critically ill adults after surgery for brain aneurysms can help them sleep better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Diego Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Diego, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT05864300 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how the frequency of neurological examinations, known as neurochecks, impacts sleep quality in critically ill adults who have undergone elective coiling for cerebral aneurysms. Patients will be divided into two groups, receiving neurochecks either hourly or every other hour, to determine if these different frequencies affect their sleep patterns. The study aims to provide insights into optimizing neurocheck protocols in the ICU to enhance patient comfort and recovery. A total of 30 patients will be enrolled, with careful screening to exclude those with prior brain injuries or sleep disorders.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults who have undergone uncomplicated elective coiling of unruptured cerebral aneurysms.
Not a fit: Patients with prior intracranial injuries, sleep disorders, or those requiring mechanical ventilation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved sleep quality for critically ill patients, enhancing their recovery process.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study is novel, similar studies have indicated that optimizing care protocols can improve patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: a. Adult patients who are status post uncomplicated elective coiling of unruptured cerebral aneurysm. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with past or current intracranial injury or disease. 2. Patients with known flow-limiting pathology of carotid arteries, vertebral arteries, or intracranial arteries. 3. Incomplete resolution of aneurysm. 4. Known sleep disorders (e.g., insomnia) 5. Pregnancy. 6. Incarceration. 7. Inability to communicate in English 8. Cognitive impairment or lack of decision-making capacity. 9. Ongoing sedation. 10. Mechanical ventilation
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California
- UC San Diego Health — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jamie N LaBuzetta
- Email: jlabuzetta@ucsd.edu
- Phone: 619-543-6222
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.