CABG-Patients
Conditions
Brief summary
The study aims to evaluate neuropsychological disorders in CABG patients. Measurements are performed 1 day before, 6 days, 6 months and 3-5 years after the surgery. The relation with cerebrovascular reactivity and embolic load (measured by transcranial Doppler Ultrasonography) is evaluated. Two surgery techniques (on- and off-pump CABG) are compared.
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* CABG-patients (not urgent) * \< 70 years old * Righthanded
Exclusion criteria
* Neurological or psychiatric disease * Psychoactive medication * Valve operation
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Neuropsychological status | after 6 days, 6 months and 3-5 years |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Relation with intra-operative embolic load | — |
Countries
Belgium