Music may keep ICU patients sharp: new study tests melody as medicine

NCT ID NCT07369258

First seen Jan 27, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tests whether listening to music can prevent delirium in adults aged 65 and older in the intensive care unit (ICU). Participants will listen to either personalized music or relaxing music through headphones twice daily for 7 days. Researchers will compare these groups to standard care to see if music helps keep patients more alert and free of confusion.

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  • Hospital Británico de Buenos Aires

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    Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires F.D., C1280AEB, Argentina

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