ELDERLY PATIENTS

This study tested a nerve block called PENG to reduce pain when positioning patients for spinal anesthesia before hip fracture surgery. 60 adults aged 18-90 took part. The goal was to see if the block improves comfort and reduces pain after surgery.

This study tested whether giving a small amount of s-ketamine during chest surgery could prevent postoperative delirium (sudden confusion) in patients aged 60 and older. The trial involved 520 people having non-cardiac chest surgery. The goal was to see if s-ketamine works as wel…

This study tested two types of nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after hip fracture surgery in people aged 65 and older. The blocks are given before surgery to reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers. Researchers measured pain levels, how soon pati…

This study looked at 174 older adults (ages 65-80) having lumbar fusion surgery to see if one type of IV fluid (sodium acetate Ringer's) protects the kidneys better than another (sodium lactate Ringer's). Researchers measured kidney injury markers in urine and blood after surgery…

This study followed 76 adults over 70 with solid tumors to see how their quality of life changed during chemotherapy. Researchers used simple questionnaires about daily activities and mental health to understand each person's needs. The goal was to learn how to better tailor canc…