Effect of Anesthesia on Post-operative Delirium in Elderly Patients Undergoing Hip Fracture Surgery (NCT02213380) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Effect of Anesthesia on Post-operative Delirium in Elderly Patients Undergoing Hip Fracture Surgery
China950 participantsStarted 2014-09
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is evaluate postoperative delirium after general anesthesia and regional anesthesia in elderly patients undergoing hip fracture surgery. Our research hypotheses are: (1) regional anesthesia may contribute to decrease the incidence of postoperative delirium. (2) Regional anesthesia may improve the outcome of elderly patient and reduce healthcare costs associated with postoperative delirium. (3) Postoperative delirium may result in poor long-term functional outcomes.
Who can participate
Age range
65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* older patient (≥65 years)
* patient with hip fracture and planned hip fracture surgery
* patient willing to complete this study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* patient with multiple trauma or multiple fractures, pathological fractures, pelvic fractures, femur fractures
* contraindication (serious illness or medical conditions) for general anesthesia
* contraindication (infection at the site of needle insertion, coagulopathy, international normalized ratio \>1.4, platelet count \<80×109 litre-1, allergy to local anaesthetics and so on) for regional anesthesia;
* patient who cannot complete the preoperative mental tests (CAM and/or Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)) of this clinical trial
* patient known to susceptible to malignant hyperthermia
* known allergy or hypersensitivity to any drugs administered during this clinical trial
* previous participation in this clinical trial
* participation in another clinical trial within 4 weeks prior to selection
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Number of Participants With Post-operative Delirium in 7 Days Post Operation