Which sedation model is best for ICU patients? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07239687

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hacettepe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two computer programs (Eleveld and Schnider) that help doctors give the sedative propofol to patients on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to see which program keeps patients at the right sedation level more accurately and safely. Researchers will monitor 84 patients to measure sedation depth, vital signs, and recovery time.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: propofol
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the best way to deliver sedation in the ICU, leading to safer and more comfortable care for patients on breathing machines.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage observational study, not a large trial. The results may not apply to all ICU patients, and there is no guarantee that one model will clearly outperform the other.

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INTENSIVE CARE UNIT SEDATION SEDATION TARGET CONTROLLED INFUSION OF PROPOFOL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hacettepe University
RECRUITING

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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