Brain ultrasound may predict confusion after bypass surgery

NCT ID NCT07000461

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study is testing whether a simple brain ultrasound, called transcranial Doppler, can predict confusion or memory loss after heart bypass surgery. Researchers will measure blood flow in the brain during surgery and check patients for delirium and cognitive changes afterward. The goal is to see if blood flow patterns can warn doctors about who might have thinking problems after the procedure.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors identify patients at risk for cognitive problems after heart surgery, allowing for earlier monitoring or preventive care.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find a clear link, and results may not apply to all heart surgery patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder delirium Emergence Delirium Postoperative Cognitive Complications

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DELIRIUM - POSTOPERATIVE POSTOPERATIVE COGNITIVE DYSFUNCTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital
RECRUITING

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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