ENCEPHALOPATHY

This study tests whether giving newborns a plasma transfusion from a person who recently recovered from chikungunya can prevent severe brain inflammation (encephalitis) in babies whose mothers had the infection around the time of birth. About 60 newborns will receive the plasma a…

This study is testing whether a blood test (Quest AD-Detect) can help doctors identify Alzheimer's disease in patients aged 60-90 who are hospitalized with confusion or delirium. The goal is to see if the test can tell the difference between Alzheimer's and other causes of cognit…

This study tests whether a camera and computer program can measure how severe delirium is in ICU patients over age 50. Researchers will compare the camera's readings with standard tests done by staff. The goal is to create a tool that is easier and more accurate for tracking deli…

This study is testing a new device that measures pressure around the brain from outside the head, avoiding the need for risky surgery. Researchers will collect data from 581 patients who already have standard surgical monitors, to help develop a safer, non-invasive alternative. T…

This study looks at whether simple, painless eye tests can help doctors understand how well babies with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) will develop. Researchers will compare eye function and brain scans in 125 newborns to see if eye exams can predict future health. The goa…