"Implementation of a Cognitive Training Program in the Elderly to Reduce the Risk of Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction in Elective Non-cardiac Surgery "

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Background: The postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is a frequent complication, often underestimated and leads to a negative impact on the quality of life for patients and their families. Objective: Measure the effectiveness of the cognitive training in reducing POCD in patients 55 and 70 years old undergoing elective non cardiac surgery with a degree II-III (medium-high) in "Centro Médico Teknon" Barcelona, during 2017-2018. Methodology: Randomized control clinical trial. The anticipate sample size is approximately 225, 75 in each group. Cognitive training performed at different stages of the perioperative period. Measure the cognitive function through a battery of neuropsychological tests during the preoperative (10 days pre-surgery) and postoperative (at 3 - 30 and 90 days post-surgery). Data analysis: SPSS 22, descriptive and inferential analysis: Chi-square, Student's t-test, ANOVA and Pearson correlation (p\<0,05). Limitations: Loss for non-intervention and loss of follow-up. Applicability: Strategy to improve the quality of life patients and reduce socioeconomic costs associated.

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