Simple drug may stop Post-Surgery brain fog in High-Risk patients

NCT ID NCT05470816

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving tranexamic acid before major gastrointestinal surgery can lower the chance of delirium—sudden confusion—after the operation. About 826 adults at higher risk for complications will receive either the drug or a placebo. The goal is to see if reducing inflammation protects the brain and improves recovery.

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Locations

  • Alfred Health

    Melbourne, Victoria, 3181, Australia

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