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First received: September 19, 2024

Clinical Trial: Dexmedetomidine in Reducing Postoperative Delirium in Cardiac Surgery Patients

Study Status: COMPLETED

Recruit Status: COMPLETED

Condition: Postoperative Delirium
Preoperative Sleep Disorder

Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL


Official Title: Dexmedetomidine in Reducing Postoperative Delirium in Cardiac Surgery Patients?a Single-center, Double- Blind, Controlled Trial

Brief Summary: Delirium is a common consequence of cardiac surgery and associates with poor outcomes. Multiple causes can trigger delirium occurence, and it has been hypothesised that sleep disturbances can be one of them. Dexmedetomidine may be effective in reducing delirium. The aim of this study was to demonstrate preoperative dexmedetomidine nasal spray in cardiac surgery patients can reduce postoperative delirium by improving preoperative sleep.

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