LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY

This study tested a new anesthetic called ciprofol in 86 children having laparoscopic surgery (like hernia repair or appendix removal). The goal was to see if ciprofol works as well as standard anesthetics for helping children wake up quickly after surgery. Researchers measured h…

This study looked at how a sedative called dexmedetomidine affects the smallest blood vessels (microcirculation) in people having gallbladder surgery. 64 adults were monitored using a special camera to see blood flow in the mouth lining. The goal was to understand if the drug imp…

This study tested a new needle that uses special light imaging (OCT) to help doctors see the different layers of the belly wall during laparoscopic surgery. 12 adults having laparoscopic surgery took part. The goal was to see if the needle could safely and accurately identify fat…

This study looked at whether pressing on the esophagus with ultrasound guidance during mask ventilation can prevent stomach distension in adults having laparoscopic surgery. 103 patients were split into two groups: one received the compression, the other did not. The goal was to …

This study looked at 337 adults having laparoscopic surgery to see if the pressure in their breathing tube during the operation affected whether they got a sore throat afterward. The researchers measured how long the tube pressure was too high and checked for sore throat 1 hour a…