ICU survivors face hidden brain risks – new study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT00392795
First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study looks at why some ICU patients develop long-term memory or thinking problems after leaving the hospital. Researchers are tracking 826 adults who were in the ICU for serious conditions like respiratory failure or shock. They aim to find which factors, such as delirium or certain medications, may increase the risk of cognitive decline, so future treatments can help protect the brain.
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Saint Thomas Hospital
Nashville, Tennessee, 37205, United States
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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