Exploring the Potential Role of Dexmedetomidine in Reducing Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction in Elderly Hip Fracture Patients
Although there was no significant alteration in postoperative cognitive function in patients, dexmedetomidine may still play a role in mitigating POCD potentially due to its effects on reducing immune inflammation and pyroptosis markers. Further research is needed to fully understand the underlying mechanisms and its clinical implications.
Authors
- Jianbo He
- Hong Chen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0716-7546)
- Xiaoli Cai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2137-2751)
- Xingang Qin
Institutions
- Xinjiang Medical University (CN)
- Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Actas Españolas de Psiquiatría
- Published
- 2024-08-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.62641/aep.v52i4.1596
- Primary Topic
- Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Natural Science Foundation of Xinjiang