Predicting postoperative delirium and cognitive issues in elderly patients

Risk Warning Model of Postoperative Delirium and Long-term Cognitive Dysfunction in Elderly Patients Based on Autonomous Evolutionary Neural Network Algorithm

Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing · NCT06423547

This study is trying to find out what factors can predict confusion and memory problems after surgery in older patients to help doctors make better decisions and improve their care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
Ages65 Years to 100 Years
SexAll
SponsorXuanwu Hospital, Beijing (other)
Locations1 site (Beijing)
Trial IDNCT06423547 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to identify risk factors for postoperative delirium and long-term cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients undergoing surgery. Utilizing artificial intelligence and an evolutionary neural network algorithm, the study will analyze multi-source clinical big data to develop a risk prediction model for these conditions. By integrating data from anesthesia machines, multi-parameter monitors, and brain function monitors, the research seeks to enhance decision-making in anesthesia and improve patient outcomes. The goal is to establish an early warning system for critical perioperative events that could lead to cognitive decline.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 65 and older who are undergoing surgical anesthesia.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of psychiatric or neurological disorders, or those unable to complete cognitive assessments, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved early diagnosis and intervention strategies for preventing postoperative delirium and cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing artificial intelligence for risk prediction in postoperative settings have shown promise, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients ≥65 years of age who have undergone surgical anesthesia; Sign informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability to complete cognitive function assessment; Illiteracy, hearing impairment or visual impairment; He has a history of epilepsy, depression, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease and other psychiatric and neurological diseases

Where this trial is running

Beijing

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Postoperative Delirium, Postoperative Neurocognitive Disorder, Surgery, postoperative delirium, postoperative neurocognitive disorder, risk prediction model, artificial intelligence, evolutionary neural network

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.