Anesthesia before age 4: brain impact on kids revealed?

NCT ID NCT07141797

First seen Jan 16, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a single general anesthesia before age 4 affects thinking skills like memory, attention, and flexibility in children aged 9-10. Researchers compared 80 kids who had anesthesia to those who didn't, using computer tasks. The goal is to understand any long-term effects on learning and behavior.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital Caen Normandie

    Caen, Normandy, 14000, France

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