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New treatment option for Delirium Treatment
Official title TaVNS for Delirium
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07258082
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to test whether a non-invasive device called transauricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) is safe, practical, and potentially helpful for patients in the hospital who develop delirium. Delirium is a state of confusion that often happens to people in the hospital who are sick or hurt.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 22 and older
You may be able to join if
- Stony Brook University Hospital inpatient, Age \> 22
- Right- handed
- Screen positive for delirium on ICDSC instrument
You likely can't join if
- Severe neurologic disability including severe traumatic brain injury, severe permanent cognitive impairment
- Pacemaker present
- Implanted VNS stimulator present
- Personal history of epilepsy
- Facial or ear pain or trauma
- Recent history of substance abuse
See the full eligibility criteria
- Stony Brook University Hospital inpatient, Age \> 22
- Right- handed
- Screen positive for delirium on ICDSC instrument
- Severe neurologic disability including severe traumatic brain injury, severe permanent cognitive impairment
- Pacemaker present
- Implanted VNS stimulator present
- Personal history of epilepsy
- Facial or ear pain or trauma
- Recent history of substance abuse
- Any other medical condition that, in the judgment of the investigator, makes participation in the study unsafe.
- Weight \< 40kg
- Pregnant females
- Intubated patient
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Stony Brook, New York, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 22 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Stony Brook, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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