Status:
COMPLETED
Oral Health Intervention Pilot Study for Individuals With Memory Problems
Lead Sponsor:
Duke University
Conditions:
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Eligibility:
All Genders
60+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to pilot test an intervention to improve oral health for individuals with memory problems. The results from this study will assist in developing prevention and interventio...
Detailed Description
This project will involve two phases. The main purpose of Phase 1 is to conduct a focus group with 6 individuals with mild dementia (IMDs) and their live-in partners (usually spouse) and conduct in-de...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- A diagnosis of mild dementia within the past year.
- Have at least four natural teeth.
- 60 years and older.
- Living with an informal caregiver who is willing to participate.
- Community-dwelling
- Physically able to brush own teeth.
Exclusion
- Edentulism
- Unable to have an oral health evaluation done.
- Sensory or physical problems that prevent participation in the intervention.
- Terminal illness or hospitalization for a psychiatric disorder in the prior year.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
July 1 2012
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 3 2017
Estimated Enrollment :
12 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01808235
Start Date
July 1 2012
End Date
February 3 2017
Last Update
March 30 2017
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Duke University
Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27705