Intravenous dexmedetomidine has been reported to decrease the occurrence of postoperative delirium (POD) in elderly patients. Nevertheless, some previous studies have indicated that intratracheal dexmedetomidine and intranasal dexmedetomidine are also effective and convenient. The current study aimed to compare the effect of different administration routes of dexmedetomidine on POD in elderly patients.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
120
Different Administration Routes of Dexmedetomidine
Weitao Chen
Zhongshan, Guangdong, China
RECRUITINGThe frequency of delirium during the first 3 postoperative days
Time frame: 3 days
The incidence of postoperative sore throat
Time frame: 3 days
The incidence of sleep quality
Time frame: 3 days
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