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Post Operative Delirium Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

Access cutting-edge post operative delirium treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Chicago. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Northwestern University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Chicago

    Convenient for IL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Chicago site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Post Operative Delirium Study in Chicago

This study will examine whether noninvasive, transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (tcVNS) can help restore consciousness in patients in the operating room and the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The study will also investigate if tcVNS can expedite discharge from the PACU and examine whether tcVNS administerd in the PACU helps reduce delirium and depression after surgery. The study will also evaluate whether tcVNS speeds cognitive recovery from emergence of anesthesia and surgery.

Sponsor: Northwestern University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Aged \> 18 years of age
Patients undergoing lumbar surgery for degenerative disc disease or spinal stenosis involving two or more levels
Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score ≥ 18 - accept mild
Ability to use a keyboard
Able to understand and communicate in English
Be able to consent independently
Women of child-bearing age must be comfortable confirming a negative pregnancy prior to participating in the study.
Must not be involved in any other research intervention study testing neurobehavioral functioning

Exclusion Criteria

Age \< 18 years of age
History of vagotomy (cutting the vagus nerve)
History of bradycardia, heart block, prolonged QT syndrome, brugada syndrome, heart failure with ejection fraction less than 35% and/or New York Heart Association symptoms
History of seizure disorder or intracranial hemorrhage
Patients with carotid stenosis
Patients with aneurysms
Other neurological diagnoses or a diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorder (e.g., psychosis) or a reported childhood learning disability
Pregnancy, breastfeeding
Active addiction history
ECG adhesive allergy
Severe aphasia, preventing subject from understanding the protocol and giving written consent
Patients will be excluded postoperatively if there is neck swelling at the proposed site of left tcVNS.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07610655) has an active research site in Chicago, IL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Post Operative Delirium Treatment Options in Chicago, IL

If you're searching for post operative delirium treatment options in Chicago, IL, this clinical trial (NCT07610655) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Chicago research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced post operative delirium specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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