Which screening test is better for spotting brain fog in alcohol use disorder?
NCT ID NCT04009707
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compared two simple questionnaires—the MoCA and the BEARNI—to see which one better detects cognitive problems in people with alcohol use disorder. Researchers tested 90 patients and compared the results against a full set of standard neuropsychological tests. The goal was to find out which screening tool is more accurate (sensitive and specific) for everyday clinical use.
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 choose a better screening tool to detect thinking and memory problems in people with alcohol use disorder.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study that only compares two tests, not a treatment. The results may not apply to all people with alcohol use disorder.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Nîmes
Nîmes, 30029, France
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