CONSCIOUS SEDATION

This study tested different sedation medications for colonoscopy to see which works best and is safest. 183 adults aged 18-60 received one of several sedation regimens given by non-anesthesia providers. The goal was to find the best balance of deep relaxation, quick onset, and fe…

This study compared two sedative drugs, propofol and remifentanil, for people having a routine gastroscopy (a camera down the throat to check the stomach). The goal was to see which drug helps patients recover faster, causes fewer side effects, and keeps the doctor satisfied. 80 …

This study tested whether a nasal mask or a standard nasal cannula is better at preventing low oxygen levels during gastrointestinal endoscopy. 600 adults were randomly assigned to receive oxygen through one of the two devices while sedated with propofol. The goal was to see whic…

This study looked at 332 stroke patients to see if general anesthesia or conscious sedation is better during a procedure to remove blood clots from the brain. The goal was to find which method leads to better recovery and fewer complications within the first week. The results cou…

This study looked at whether music affects dreaming during sedation with propofol. 300 adults having minor surgery were randomly assigned to hear their favorite music, other music, or silence through headphones. Researchers checked if they dreamed and how pleasant those dreams we…

This study looked at 142 people with hard-to-treat high blood pressure who had a procedure called renal denervation, which uses energy to calm overactive kidney nerves. Researchers compared two types of sedation—dexmedetomidine versus a fentanyl-propofol combination—to see which …