New program aims to help seniors recover from Post-Surgery confusion

NCT ID NCT05373017

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a special recovery program can help older adults (65+) who experienced confusion (delirium) after emergency surgery. Participants will have virtual visits with a care coordinator and complete physical, cognitive, and psychological assessments over 18 months. The goal is to see if this program improves thinking, movement, and overall recovery compared to usual care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

DANE Recovery Program (virtual visits and individualized recovery plan)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a structured recovery program that helps older adults regain cognitive and physical function after delirium following emergency surgery.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study testing a new care model, so it may not show clear benefits. Results depend on participant adherence and may not apply to all surgery patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

delirium

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • East Madison Hospital

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53718, United States

  • Indiana University

    Indianapolis, Indiana, 47405, United States

  • Medical College of Wisconsin

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States

  • Meriter Hospital

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53715, United States

  • SwedishAmerican Hospital

    Rockford, Illinois, 61104, United States

  • University of Wisconsin

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States