Exploring risk factors for disability and dementia in older Chinese adults
China Healthy Aging Cohort Study
This study is trying to find out what factors might lead to disability and dementia in older adults in China to help predict who might be at risk.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 6780 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing) |
| Trial ID | NCT06472674 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study involves a community-based prospective cohort of older residents in China, initiated in 2024. It aims to identify risk factors associated with disability and dementia among individuals aged 60 and older who have lived in their communities for over a year. The study will integrate data from four communities in Beijing, Shenzhen, Haikou, and Hangzhou to create a comprehensive database. The ultimate goal is to develop a risk prediction model for disability and dementia in the elderly Chinese population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 60 years or older who have lived in their community for more than one year.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to complete the survey will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved risk assessment and preventive strategies for disability and dementia in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on risk factors for dementia and disability in elderly populations have shown success, indicating that this approach is supported by prior research.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 60 years or older * Lived in the community for more than 1 year * Signed the informed consent form Exclusion Criteria: * Cannot complete the survey
Where this trial is running
Beijing
- Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University — Beijing, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Yi Tang, MD., PhD — Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing
- Study coordinator: Yi Tang, MD., PhD
- Email: tangyi@xwhosp.org
- Phone: 00861083199456
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.