Common drugs linked to Post-Surgery confusion in seniors
NCT ID NCT03390751
First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether medications with a high 'atropine load' increase the risk of confusion after hip fracture or joint replacement surgery in older adults. Researchers tracked 161 patients, checking their drug use and confusion levels daily. The goal is to help doctors choose safer medicines to reduce confusion, hospital stays, and long-term complications.
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Pierre-Paul-Riquet University Hospital
Toulouse, 31000, France
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