Sleep hormone may ward off Post-Surgery brain fog in seniors
NCT ID NCT03785158
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looked at whether giving melatonin, a natural sleep hormone, can prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults after major surgery. Delirium is common in elderly patients and can lead to longer hospital stays and other problems. The study was a small pilot with 88 patients to see if a larger trial is possible, and it measured how many patients could be recruited and how well they took the medication.
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Locations
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Hamilton Health Sciences-Juravinski Hospital Location
Hamilton, Ontario, L8V 1C3, Canada
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St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 4A6, Canada
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