Chronic Pain and Postoperative Cognitive Function in the Elderly: a Prospective Observational Study
Are you eligible to participate in this study?
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
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Conditions: Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction
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Age: Between 65 Year(s) - 120 Year(s)
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Gender: Male or Female
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Other Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults aged >65 years
- Undergoing major surgery–such as orthopedic lower extremity surgery
- Pain free subjects OR subjects diagnosed with chronic pain prior to surgery (persisting pain > 12 weeks despite treatment)
You may not be eligible for this study if the following are true:
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- Pre-existing dementia and/or Alzheimer’s disease
- History of schizophrenia
- History of epilepsy
- History of cerebrovascular accident (stroke, hemorrhage)
- History of craniotomy
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