New tool could help spot confusion in elderly hip fracture patients

NCT ID NCT06504251

Completed Diagnosis Sponsor: Mahidol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested a Thai version of a simple tool called the Delirium Diagnostic Tool-Provisional (DDT-Pro) to see if it can accurately diagnose delirium in elderly patients with hip fractures. Delirium is a common complication after hip fracture surgery, but current diagnostic methods require special training. The study involved 110 patients over 65 at a hospital in Thailand. Researchers compared the tool's results to the standard diagnostic method to check its accuracy and reliability.

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 provide a simple, accurate way for doctors to quickly diagnose delirium in elderly Thai hip fracture patients without special training.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study testing a translated tool. It may not work as well in other hospitals or patient groups, and the tool itself does not treat delirium.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

delirium hip fracture

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DELIRIUM HIP FRACTURES OLD AGE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Siriraj hospital

Bangkok, Bangkoknoi, 10700, Thailand

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