Which anesthesia protects the brain best during sinus surgery?

NCT ID NCT07181564

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study compares four different anesthesia techniques during sinus surgery to see which one keeps the brain safest and provides the best surgical conditions. Researchers will measure brain injury markers in the blood and rate bleeding during surgery. 150 adults undergoing sinus surgery will participate.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

propofol, remifentanil, sevoflurane, ketamine, magnesium sulfate

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors choose safer anesthesia for sinus surgery, reducing risk of brain injury.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study measuring biomarkers, not clinical outcomes. Results may not change practice or apply to other surgeries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain ischemia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University General Hospital of Patras

    RECRUITING

    Pátrai, Achaia, 26504, Greece

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