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Preoperative Distress and Postoperative Delirium in Elderly Patients Undergoing Major Orthopedic Surgery
Led by Elazıg Fethi Sekin Sehir Hastanesi · Updated on 2026-04-06
150
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
16 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Postoperative delirium is a common and serious complication in elderly patients undergoing major orthopedic surgery and is associated with increased morbidity, prolonged hospital stay, and higher healthcare costs. Preoperative psychological distress has been suggested as a potential risk factor influencing postoperative outcomes; however, its relationship with delirium and other clinical outcomes remains insufficiently explored. This prospective observational study aims to investigate the association between preoperative distress levels and postoperative delirium, pain intensity, and length of hospital stay in elderly patients undergoing major orthopedic surgery. Preoperative distress will be assessed using validated tools, and postoperative outcomes including delirium incidence, pain scores, and hospital stay duration will be recorded and analyzed. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to improved perioperative risk stratification and may support the development of targeted interventions to reduce postoperative complications in this vulnerable patient population.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Preoperative Distress and Postoperative Delirium in Elderly Patients Undergoing Major Orthopedic Surgery
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age �3E�3D 65 years
- Undergoing major orthopedic surgery including hip fracture surgery
- Undergoing primary or revision hip arthroplasty
- Undergoing primary knee arthroplasty
- Able to provide informed consent or have a legally authorized representative available
You will not qualify if you...
- Known diagnosis of severe dementia or significant cognitive impairment
- Presence of preoperative delirium or active diagnosis of delirium
- Severe hearing or visual impairment preventing effective communication
- History of intracranial surgery or neurological diseases increasing delirium risk (e.g., advanced Parkinson's disease, severe stroke sequelae)
- Planned postoperative sedation in the intensive care unit
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Fethi Sekin City Hospital
Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Research Team
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Sevim ŞENOL KARATAŞ, MD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
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Model
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
1
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