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Official title Mouth Odor on Preventing Pneumonia by Oral Frailty
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05987982
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This research plan aims to first collect data on the oral function and oral hygiene status of the elderly population in the community and to understand the normal model of oral frailty among the older adults in the community. Subsequently, a comparison will be made between the oral status of hospitalized patients and the community-dwelling elderly population.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 50 years old,
- Alert and oriented,
- With sufficient comprehension and cooperation,
- Willing to participate in oral assessment.
You likely can't join if
- Patients who score below 5 on the General Practitioner Assessment of Cognition (GPCOG),
- Patients with oral treatments such as oral cancer treatment,
- Patients with oral treatments such as periodontal disease treatment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tainan, Taiwan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tainan, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.