Kocaeli City Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Kocaeli City Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Finding the quickest, safest way to sedate kids for MRI scans
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two common anesthesia methods used to keep children still and safe during MRI scans. Researchers tested whether a combination of intravenous drugs (propofol and ketamine) or a gas inhaled through a mask (sevoflurane) led to faster recovery and fewer breathing …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New oxygen mask tested to keep patients safer during complex scans
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a new type of oxygen mask works better than the standard nasal tube at preventing dangerously low oxygen levels in patients undergoing a specialized digestive scan called ERCP. The procedure often requires deep sedation, which can make breathing difficul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC
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Scientists pinpoint perfect sedation dose for elderly Patients' colonoscopies
Symptom relief CompletedThis study aimed to find the precise dose of the sedative drug propofol needed to make the initial insertion of a colonoscope comfortable for patients aged 65 and older. Researchers tested different doses on 29 elderly patients to determine the amount that successfully prevents p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Scientists pinpoint perfect sedation dose for colonoscopy comfort
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find the right dose of the sedative propofol needed for comfortable colonoscope insertion in adults. Researchers tested different doses on 27 patients to determine the amount that keeps patients still and pain-free during the first part of the procedure. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Doctors search for safer breathing settings during common surgeries
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study observed patients during laparoscopic (keyhole) abdominal surgery to compare two different pressure settings on the breathing machine. Researchers wanted to see how these settings affect the amount of energy delivered to the lungs and the patient's oxygen levels. The g…
Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC