A study of sudden confusion after brain tumor surgery in older adults
Original title: A Study for Postoperative Delirium in Older Patients With Intracranial Tumors
How far along is this research?
This is a trial that is enrolling or has been updated. It is not a finding yet.
No phase was listed for this study, and it is still a test in people.
Status: Not yet recruiting. It has not opened yet. Ask your care team to watch for it if it looks like a fit.
The trial team last updated this record on . Always check the trial page for the latest.
The short version
This study looks at why some older adults get confused after brain tumor surgery.
Who this trial is for. This study is for older adults who have surgery for a tumor inside the head. It looks at why some of them become confused in the days right after surgery.
Where it stands. This trial has not reported results. It is trying to learn what causes this confusion. Doctors say the cause is still not clear. The answer is not in yet.
What this means, and what it doesn't
What it could mean: Sudden confusion after surgery is common. It often starts 1-5 days after the operation. The source says it can make a hospital stay longer. It is also linked to thinking problems later on. This study hopes to learn what causes it. That could help doctors find ways to prevent or treat it. If this sounds like your situation, you can ask your care team about it.
What it doesn't mean: This does not mean help is here now. A trial is a test, not a proven treatment. Being in one is not a promise that it will help you. It is not a cure. It also does not mean doctors know how to stop this confusion yet.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, September 1, 2026 · Read the original
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