Simple drug during surgery may keep seniors Clear-Headed after big operations

NCT ID NCT05436964

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at whether giving a medicine called dexmedetomidine during major abdominal surgery can lower the chance of older patients (over 65) becoming confused or delirious after the operation. Researchers tracked 268 patients for about 5 days after surgery, checking for confusion and pain levels. The goal is to find a simple way to improve recovery for elderly patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital,Capital Medical University

    Beijing, China

  • Central theater General Hospital

    Wuhan, China

  • Chinese PLA General Hospital

    Beijing, China

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