Can a simple screening catch memory issues after ICU? new study says maybe.
NCT ID NCT06182995
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested a program that screens older adults (60+) for memory and thinking problems after they leave the intensive care unit (ICU). The goal was to see if it's possible to identify issues like mild cognitive impairment or dementia early. 109 people took part, and the study focused on whether the screening was practical and helpful.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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109 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2024
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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60 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 60 and older at time of discharge from intensive care unit * Minimum 72 hour Intensive Care Unit stay in an ICU at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist * Delirium during ICU stay as determined by positive Confusion Assessment Method (CAM)-ICU score, review of clinical - documentation, or discussion with clinical team * Primary care provider in the Atrium Health Wake Forest system or intention to follow with Primary Care Physician in Atrium Health system * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Death during initial hospitalization and/or discharge to Hospice * Life-expectancy \< 6 months from pre-existing illness (defined as diagnosis of metastatic cancer, cirrhosis, advanced heart failure, prior palliative care referral) * Acute Traumatic Brain Injury * Continued residence in skilled nursing facility or rehab that prevents ability to complete study telephone call at time of first cognitive screen attempt * Prior history of dementia in electronic health record * Language or communication barrier that prohibits intervention participation * Participant cannot identify family or caregiver contact or family/caregiver unwilling to participate * Subject or legally authorized representative (LAR) decline consent * Unstable telephone service for contact after hospital discharge * Primary residence outside of North Carolina
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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