New hospital program aims to keep frail seniors independent after discharge

NCT ID NCT06469723

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Tan Tock Seng Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a nurse-led program called INFA that screens frail older adults (age 65+) in the hospital for issues like falls, confusion, and malnutrition. Based on the screening, nurses start simple treatments and refer complex cases to a geriatric team. The goal is to see if this approach helps patients maintain their ability to do daily activities six months after leaving the hospital, compared to usual care. About 300 participants are enrolled from medical and surgical wards.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: INFA Program (nurse-led frailty screening and multidisciplinary care)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could become a standard way to identify and support frail older adults in hospitals, helping them maintain independence after discharge.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage implementation study, not a drug trial. Results may vary across hospitals, and the program may not significantly improve outcomes compared to usual care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty

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

FRAILTY FUNCTIONAL STATUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Singapore, Singpaore, S308433, Singapore

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