POSTOPERATIVE COGNITIVE DYSFUNCTION

This completed study tested whether the sedative dexmedetomidine can protect brain function after open-heart surgery. Researchers measured thinking ability and a blood marker of nerve injury in 32 adults. The goal was to see if the drug reduces confusion or memory problems after …

This study looked at 180 older adults (65+) having major abdominal cancer surgery to see if giving fluids based on real-time body readings helps prevent confusion or memory problems after surgery. Some patients received standard care, while others got fluids tailored to their nee…

This study looked at whether monitoring brain waves during anesthesia can help predict confusion or memory problems after surgery in adults aged 60-80. Researchers tracked 31 people having non-cardiac surgery and tested their thinking skills before and 3 months after. The goal wa…

This study looked at 154 older adults (60+) having surgery to see if the type of anesthesia affects brain function afterward. One group received intravenous (IV) anesthesia, the other inhaled gas. Researchers measured changes in a brain barrier protein and checked for confusion o…

This study examined whether using minimal-flow anesthesia during surgery helps reduce memory and thinking problems in older patients (ages 65-85). Researchers measured cognitive function before and after surgery in 90 participants. The goal was to understand how surgery length an…

This study explored whether a protein called S100B, measured in the blood, can help predict memory problems or confusion after surgery. Researchers followed 137 adults having elective surgery, testing their thinking skills before and up to 6 months after. The goal was to see if S…

This study looked at whether certain substances in the blood can help predict memory or thinking problems that sometimes happen after heart surgery. Researchers measured levels of D-Amino Acid Oxidase and related markers in 82 adults before and after their operation. The goal was…

This study looked at how laparoscopic abdominal surgery might affect the brain. Researchers measured eye nerve thickness and brain oxygen levels in 50 adults before and after surgery, and tested their thinking skills. The goal was to see if these measurements could help detect ea…