Abstract

Delirium and cognition impairment are common complications in elderly patients after anesthesia and surgery. However, it remains unclear how to prevent these complications. Based on acupuncture theory, transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TES) improves brain function, which may be a preventive strategy. Therefore, we aimed to find whether TES could prevent surgery-induced delirium and cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients after surgery.

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