New anesthesia combo may improve safety during lung procedures

NCT ID NCT07409935

First seen Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding a sedative called dexmedetomidine to the standard anesthetic propofol leads to more stable heart rates during a lung procedure called rigid bronchoscopy. Fifty adults scheduled for this procedure were randomly assigned to receive either the combination or propofol alone. The goal was to find a safer way to keep patients asleep and comfortable during the operation.

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Locations

  • Cairo University

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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