Heart surgery and the brain: new study seeks clues to Post-Op fog
NCT ID NCT07200726
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at why some older adults experience memory or thinking problems after heart surgery. Researchers will test 80 patients aged 60 and older with thinking assessments and blood tests before and after surgery. The goal is to find simple ways to detect these cognitive changes early and understand the role of brain inflammation.
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 study could identify simple tests or blood markers to detect cognitive problems after heart surgery, leading to earlier support for patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It aims to understand the problem, not solve it. Results may not lead to immediate changes in care.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg
RECRUITINGGenk, Limburg, 3600, Belgium
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