PNEUMOPERITONEUM

This study tested whether breathing in a mist of dexmedetomidine before surgery could prevent dangerous spikes in heart rate and blood pressure during intubation and the start of laparoscopic bariatric surgery. 90 obese adults (BMI 30-45) took part. The goal was to see if this si…

This study tested whether an AI tool (Lunit INSIGHT CXR) helps healthcare professionals read chest X-rays more accurately and quickly. Researchers used 500 past X-rays from two UK hospitals and compared readings with and without AI assistance. The goal was to see if AI improves d…

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 76 adults having gallbladder surgery to see if the gas pressure used in the belly affects a marker of brain pressure (optic nerve sheath diameter). Participants were randomly assigned to low or standard pressure. The goal was to understand if higher pressure …

This study looked at whether the air pressure used in the belly during laparoscopic gallbladder surgery can cause swelling in the throat. 66 adults were randomly assigned to either low or standard pressure. Doctors used ultrasound to measure throat tissue thickness before and aft…