Lithium fails to show brain protection in carotid surgery trial
NCT ID NCT05126238
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tested whether giving lithium carbonate before carotid artery surgery could reduce brain damage and confusion after the operation. The trial planned to include 107 adults undergoing elective surgery, but it was terminated early. The main goal was to see if lithium could prevent delirium and cognitive problems compared to a placebo.
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Demikhov Municipal Clinical Hospital 68
Moscow, Russia
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