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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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Saint Thomas Hospital

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37205, United States

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States

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