New drug combo aims to improve sleep after hip surgery in seniors

NCT ID NCT07002723

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving a combination of two medicines (esketamine and dexmedetomidine) during hip fracture surgery can improve sleep quality afterward in patients aged 65 and older. Half of the 96 participants will receive the drug combo, and the other half will receive a placebo (salt water). Researchers will track sleep, pain, and mental clarity after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Peking University Shenzhen Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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