Identifying delirium in older patients with dementia in the emergency department
Delirium Identification in Older Patients With Alzheimer's and Other Related Dementias In the Emergency Department Using Wrist Accelerometer Biosensors and Machine Learning
Ohio State University · NCT06326424
This study is testing a wrist sensor to see if it can help doctors better identify delirium in older patients with dementia who come to the emergency room.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ohio State University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT06326424 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to improve the identification of delirium in older adults with dementia who visit the emergency department. It will involve placing a wrist biosensor on patients to collect data and assess the acceptability of this method to both patients and caregivers. The study will also correlate biosensor data with established delirium assessments to enhance detection accuracy. Data will be collected during the hospital stay and through follow-up calls if necessary.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 65 and older with a known or suspected diagnosis of dementia who are expected to stay in the emergency department or hospital for more than four hours.
Not a fit: Patients who are intubated, undergoing sedation, or unable to consent without a legal representative will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better detection and management of delirium in older patients with dementia, potentially improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success with similar approaches, but this specific integration of biosensor technology for delirium detection in dementia patients is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * adults patients 65+ years old with a known diagnosis of dementia or medical team highly suspects or confirms dementia this visit. * Emergency Department visit and/or hospitalization anticipated to last \>4 more hours from the time of enrollment. Exclusion Criteria: * Intubation/mechanical ventilation * Patients undergoing a procedure requiring sedation * Patients who cannot consent due to cognitive impairment and do not have a legally authorized representative or caregiver present.
Where this trial is running
Columbus, Ohio
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center — Columbus, Ohio, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lauren Southerland, MD MPH
- Email: lauren.southerland@osumc.edu
- Phone: 614-366-8375
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.
Conditions: Delirium, Dementia, Hospital Acquired Condition, emergency department, delirium, older adults, dementia